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Airline High Senior Wins $300 Oratorical Scholarship
Acts of KindnessApr 2

Airline High Senior Wins $300 Oratorical Scholarship

A Louisiana high schooler just proved the power of public speaking can pay off. Kang Sahn Noh took home top honors and $300 at a Bossier City scholarship contest celebrating student voices.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Ball State Speech Team Wins Second National Championship
SportsApr 1

Ball State Speech Team Wins Second National Championship

Ball State University's Speech Team claimed the 2026 National Speech Championship title, their second in seven years. Two students became individual national champions while their coach earned Coach of the Year honors.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
TED Searches 9 Countries for Ideas That Change Lives
SolutionsMar 25

TED Searches 9 Countries for Ideas That Change Lives

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.

TED2 min read
TED Launches Global Search for Life-Changing Ideas
InnovationMar 3

TED Launches Global Search for Life-Changing Ideas

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.

TED2 min read
7 Speaking Habits That Make Smart People Sound Less Smart
SolutionsMar 2

7 Speaking Habits That Make Smart People Sound Less Smart

Business expert Codie Sanchez reveals the common speaking patterns that sabotage intelligent people in conversations. The fix is simpler than you think.

Upworthy3 min read
TED Launches Global Idea Search in 9 Cities
InnovationFeb 25

TED Launches Global Idea Search in 9 Cities

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. #

TED2 min read
News Anchor Shares 3 Tips to Sound More Confident
SolutionsJan 26

News Anchor Shares 3 Tips to Sound More Confident

A TV news anchor reveals the simple speaking techniques that help him stay calm and authoritative on camera, even during breaking news chaos. His advice works for anyone facing a big presentation or public speaking moment.

Upworthy2 min read
Morocco Hosts First Ertiqaa Conference on English Teaching
SolutionsJan 25

Morocco Hosts First Ertiqaa Conference on English Teaching

Educators from Morocco and beyond gathered in Casablanca to share practical innovations in English language teaching. The conference tackled real classroom challenges while students demonstrated their public speaking skills.

Morocco World News2 min read