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TED is scouring the planet for breakthrough ideas that inspire and transform lives, bringing TEDx speakers from nine countries to compete for the main stage. The TED Idea Search showcases how extraordinary perspectives emerge from unexpected corners of the world.
TED is taking its iconic stage global with a new competition series that follows speakers from nine countries competing for a chance to share their idea with millions. The winner will present at TED's main stage in Vancouver this April. #
TED is scouring the globe for extraordinary ideas from unexpected places, giving local speakers a shot at the world stage. Nine TEDx speakers from around the world are now competing for a chance to share their vision in Vancouver this April.
Fort Worth is rolling out a new program that gives small business owners the training and certification they need to win city contracts. The first workshops start this week with sessions in both English and Spanish.
Fort Worth voters are considering a $10 million housing bond that could generate $2.1 million annually in tax revenue while solving a critical workforce problem. Economist Ray Perryman says affordable housing has become essential for keeping workers and fueling economic growth.
When a crane operator suffered a medical emergency 220 feet in the air, Fort Worth's elite rescue team pulled off a dramatic two-hour mission to bring him down safely. Every firefighter went home without injury after saving a life.
A Fort Worth firefighter made history alongside her grandfather's crew when they climbed 22 stories to rescue a crane operator having a medical emergency. The team's daring high-angle rescue shows how today's first responders train for challenges far beyond fighting fires.
Cloud Covered Streets provides mobile showers, haircuts, and dignity to people experiencing homelessness in Fort Worth. The organization urgently needs volunteer hairstylists, barbers, and compassionate people as Texas temperatures rise.
When a homeless man began seizing from hypothermia under a Fort Worth bridge, a firefighter carried him through freezing snow and saved his life. The rescue was just one of over 300 efforts by the city's HOPE team during the winter storm.
American showjumper Kent Farrington claimed victory at the 2026 FEI Longines Jumping World Cup Final in Fort Worth, thrilling the home crowd with a flawless final round on his horse Greya. The championship came down to the final seconds as Farrington delivered under immense pressure.
A new superintendent and leadership team took charge of Lake Worth ISD this week with one clear mission: improve reading and math scores for 3,200 students after years of struggling performance. The state-appointed leaders promise brighter days ahead while working to earn community trust.
The University of Illinois' IDEA Lab is breaking down barriers by offering virtual reality headsets, gaming consoles, and 3D printing equipment to students of any major, completely free. Located in Grainger Library's basement, the lab is creating a third space where students can explore cutting-edge technology, destress, and build friendships. #
Eleven people from around the globe just shared their biggest ideas on the TED main stage after being discovered through local TEDx events. The special session at TED2026 in Vancouver brought together voices from Chicago to Lagos, Mumbai to Athens.
University of Utah researchers discovered how toxic proteins travel between brain cells in Alzheimer's disease, potentially opening the door to treatments that could slow the condition's progression. The key culprit is a common brain protein that accidentally helps disease spread from sick neurons to healthy ones.
Elementary students in Bastrop, Texas created uplifting stickers to celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Day. The simple messages like "You are amazing" are spreading positivity throughout their community.
Japanese researchers discovered that ovarian cancer cells team up with other cells in the body to spread faster and resist treatment. The breakthrough could lead to new drugs that save thousands of lives each year.
Researchers discovered how Alzheimer's disease travels between brain cells—and identified a potential way to block its spread before it damages healthy neurons. The breakthrough could lead to treatments that slow the disease instead of just managing symptoms.
Researchers at Hiroshima University discovered how to break apart protein pairs that help breast cancer spread, opening the door to a new type of treatment. Small protein chains tested in mice successfully stopped tumor growth and prevented cancer from reaching lymph nodes.
Popular weight-loss medications like Ozempic may dramatically slow the spread of certain cancers, according to groundbreaking research from Cleveland Clinic. The study found up to 50% lower progression rates for four major cancer types among patients taking these drugs.
A 19th-century Japanese educator challenged the notion that people are born unequal, arguing that education—not birth—determines success. His ideas helped modernize Japan and still inspire equal access to learning today.
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