Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli, and Rabia Hussain enjoyed freedoms in Afghanistan, pursuing education and work. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit teaching leadership and rock climbing, allowed them to

Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli, and Rabia Hussain enjoyed freedoms in Afghanistan, pursuing education and work. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit teaching leadership and rock climbing, allowed them to explore their country's mountains. When the Taliban seized power in August 2021, Ascend became their only chance to escape the restrictive regime.

As Ascend women resettled globally with host families, Yosemite Search and Rescue members Merryn Venugopal and Michelle Pellette invited them to Yosemite. There, they found safe reunion, solace in the climbing community, and a vital connection to home while building new lives.

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Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on WhatsApp and Telegram. His talk offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Drawing from his experience building AI tools and founding Toko Academy, Daniel demonstrates how passion, resilience, and strategic AI use can bridge the gap between problem identification and scalable solutions. He emphasizes human-centered innovation, inspiring progress as the Lead Organizer of TEDxYola 2025.

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The sailfish, one of the ocean's fastest fish, can reach speeds up to 68 mph. These speedsters use their long bill to swipe and stab, stunning prey. Scientists believe their large, namesake sail

The sailfish, one of the ocean's fastest fish, can reach speeds up to 68 mph. These speedsters use their long bill to swipe and stab, stunning prey. Scientists believe their large, namesake sail enhances bill accuracy, acting as a keel for stability or a fence to herd prey.

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Global political expert Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group, identifies "Rogue Russia" as the biggest risk of 2023. In a world facing complex challenges like wars, water shortages, and

Global political expert Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group, identifies "Rogue Russia" as the biggest risk of 2023. In a world facing complex challenges like wars, water shortages, and inflation, Eurasia Group provides essential analysis. For 25 years, their political science expertise has helped investors and decision-makers understand how global politics impact risks and opportunities.

Explore Eurasia Group's full 2023 Top Risks report and watch the complete interview with Ian Bremmer. You can also subscribe to Big Think on YouTube and read the video transcript for more insights.

Bryan Walsh discusses Yellowstone's supervolcano, a rare but significant threat to humanity. Such eruptions could eject immense material, blocking sunlight and risking global starvation.

Bryan Walsh discusses Yellowstone's supervolcano, a rare but significant threat to humanity. Such eruptions could eject immense material, blocking sunlight and risking global starvation. Fortunately, steps can be taken to prepare for this looming danger.

Walsh, editor of Vox's Future Perfect and author of "End Times," explores policies and technologies for a better future. This video, originally by Freethink, is presented by Big Think, a leading source of expert-driven educational content.

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The Northern White Rhinoceros is functionally extinct due to poaching, with only two individuals remaining. A video featuring Dr. Barbara Durrant explores whether the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's

The Northern White Rhinoceros is functionally extinct due to poaching, with only two individuals remaining. A video featuring Dr. Barbara Durrant explores whether the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's "frozen zoo" can reverse this. This unique biotech facility aims to use in vitro fertilization to implant a Northern White Rhino embryo into a closely related Southern White Rhino. If successful, this groundbreaking procedure could rescue critically endangered species and potentially resurrect extinct ones.

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