Have you ever heard of space junk? It’s not just old satellites or rocket parts—it’s a growing cloud of debris hurtling around Earth at unimaginable speeds. And here’s the scary part: even a tiny piece, just one centimeter wide, can strike with the force of a hand grenade. Imagine something the size of a marble hitting with enough energy to cripple a spacecraft or puncture the International Space Station. But here’s the real question: What can we do about it?This isn’t just a sci-fi problem—it’s our future. Come and explore it with me. Have you ever heard of space junk? It’s not just old satellites or rocket parts—it’s a growing cloud of debris hurtling around Earth at unimaginable speeds. And here’s the scary part: even a tiny piece, just one centimeter wide, can strike with the force of a hand grenade. Imagine something the size of a marble hitting with enough energy to cripple a spacecraft or puncture the International Space Station. But here’s the real question: What can we do about it?This isn’t just a sci-fi problem—it’s our future. Come and explore it with me. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

As parents grow older than their children, does this mean they are wiser than their kids? Not necessarily. Through good communication, both parents and children can learn to see things from each other’s perspective, fostering better closeness and understanding in their relationship. Parents may have more life experience, but children often bring fresh viewpoints, curiosity, and an intuitive understanding of a rapidly changing world.Growth isn’t a one-way street. When parents and children grow together, they don’t just become wiser—they become closer. As parents grow older than their children, does this mean they are wiser than their kids? Not necessarily. Through good communication, both parents and children can learn to see things from each other’s perspective, fostering better closeness and understanding in their relationship. Parents may have more life experience, but children often bring fresh viewpoints, curiosity, and an intuitive understanding of a rapidly changing world.Growth isn’t a one-way street. When parents and children grow together, they don’t just become wiser—they become closer. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In a world where AI can speak fluently in every language, what kind of language is left for humans? At the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), educator and researcher Qingqing XING explores how metaphor is more than a literary device, it is a way of thinking and a way of living. Through stories of student expression, interdisciplinary learning, and a campus that literally speaks in symbols, she shows how metaphors help us connect thinking patterns, bridge disciplines, and create new spaces of meaning. From the small gestures of daily life to the metaphorical leaps behind Nobel-winning physics, this talk reminds us: We don’t just describe the world with metaphors, we reshape it. In a world where AI can speak fluently in every language, what kind of language is left for humans?At the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), educator and researcher Qingqing XING explores how metaphor is more than a literary device, it is a way of thinking and a way of living. Through stories of student expression, interdisciplinary learning, and a campus that literally speaks in symbols, she shows how metaphors help us connect thinking patterns, bridge disciplines, and create new spaces of meaning.From the small gestures of daily life to the metaphorical leaps behind Nobel-winning physics, this talk reminds us: We don’t just describe the world with metaphors, we reshape it. Because to imagine is to relate. And to relate is to create. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

I want to turn an ordinary car into a magical home for animals. I want homeless cats and dogs to live in a happy and warm home. Welcome to my Pet Car! It's more than just an invention—it's a dream to give every animal a second chance of happiness. Are you ready to help make it real? Let’s rewrite 'stray' into 'stay' together. I want to turn an ordinary car into a magical home for animals. I want homeless cats and dogs to live in a happy and warm home. Welcome to my Pet Car! It's more than just an invention—it's a dream to give every animal a second chance of happiness. Are you ready to help make it real? This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

I want to tell you a story about the most powerful artist you've ever met. This artist doesn't use a brush or a chisel. It uses patience, time, and its own quiet strength. It carves canyons and builds caves, drop by drop. In my talk, I'll show you how to see this artist everywhere— in the rain, in the rivers, and even in a glass of water. I want to tell you a story about the most powerful artist you've ever met. This artist doesn't use a brush or a chisel. It uses patience, time, and its own quiet strength. It carves canyons and builds caves, drop by drop. In my talk, I'll show you how to see this artist everywhere— in the rain, in the rivers, and even in a glass of water. Let's discover its masterpiece together. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

From the secret world of ants communicating through pheromones to the cutting - edge realm of clean energy, from the vibrant cultures revealed in traditional crafts and cuisine to the hidden meanings in timeless literature, I prove that curiosity isn't just a spark, it's a superpower that can light up the world and transform your perspective. Unlock it with us! From the secret world of ants communicating through pheromones to the cutting - edge realm of clean energy, from the vibrant cultures revealed in traditional crafts and cuisine to the hidden meanings in timeless literature, I prove that curiosity isn't just a spark, it's a superpower that can light up the world and transform your perspective. Unlock it with us! This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx