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Remembering Jane Goodall for a legacy she forged in the wild
NBC News· 2025-10-02 00:00
Only death could silence Jane Goodall and her passionate defense of the environment. We got a window of time to start healing some of this harm we've done to the environment. At 91, passing away from natural causes while on a speaking tour in California after a lifetime of advocacy, starting with her beloved chimpanzees in 1960.With little scientific training, she went to Tanzania and changed the way we look at these great apes by doing everything the scientific community then thought was wrong. They were t ...
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Forbes· 2025-10-01 20:25
"Hope is about action."Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE: Backstage at the #ForbesSustainabilityLeaders Summit on Sept. 22, 2025, Forbes' Elisabeth Brier spoke with Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, about how ordinary people can make a positive impact on the environment. Full interview: https://t.co/HSKq2jy8OM ...
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Forbes· 2025-10-01 19:09
"Today and tomorrow and the next day, each day you're going to be making some kind of impact. Think and choose wisely what sort of impact you make."Pioneering zoologist and animal rights activist Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, has died, according to a statement from the Jane Goodall Institute, which said it learned of her passing Wednesday morning. On Sept. 22, she spoke at the #ForbesSustainabilityLeaders Summit in New York City, and advised people to think about their individual impact on the environment.Full int ...
Scaling Mountains, Inspiring Ripples of Change | S. Jaahnavi | TEDxSIS Ajmer Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-29 15:54
Personal Development & Goal Achievement - The core message revolves around the importance of embracing change, consistency, and adaptability to achieve personal goals, drawing parallels from mountaineering experiences [1][25][26][27] - Overcoming challenges and failures is presented as a crucial part of personal transformation, emphasizing resilience and continuous learning [23][24][28][30][31] - The speaker advocates for starting small, being consistent, and adapting to failures as key elements in achieving any goal, whether it's in music, sports, or public speaking [26][27][28] Lessons from Mountaineering - Scaling mountains is used as a metaphor for overcoming life's challenges, highlighting the significance of each small step towards reaching the summit [1][2] - The speaker's experiences on various peaks, including Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa), Mount Elbrus (Europe), Mount Kosciuszko (Australia), and Mount Denali (North America), illustrate the diverse challenges and adaptations required in different environments [3][11][15][19] - Mental strength is emphasized as being more critical than physical strength in mountaineering, particularly in situations where exhaustion and the urge to give up are overwhelming [22][23] Overcoming Adversity - The speaker's personal story includes her father's diagnosis with terminal lung cancer, which served as a motivation to push her limits and achieve more [15] - The experience of being denied a permit to climb Mount Everest due to age restrictions led to a change in plans and the successful climb of Mount Denali, demonstrating adaptability [18][19] - The speaker shares instances of having to turn back from summits due to illness or bad weather, emphasizing the importance of making smart decisions to preserve life and try again later [29][30] Importance of Continuous Learning - The speaker emphasizes the importance of remaining a learner throughout life, regardless of age or expertise, and being open to gaining knowledge from others [31][32] - The speaker's father, a mental health doctor, is presented as a role model for staying grounded and always being willing to learn from others [33]
Thinking time with trees | Christina Fredengren | TEDxStockholm University
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-24 14:51
Now when we're here, we're actually gonna try to think time with trees. Curious. I will actually take you to an island in Sweden's second largest lake to Visings where one can find the country's major oak forest.These trees were planted some 200 years ago and the idea was to have timbers for future warships. Eh, these trees were born at a time when oaks were becoming really scares in the country. And time went on and the trees were ready to harvest in 1975 and the head of the navy was approached with the of ...
Robert Redford | 60 Minutes Archive
60 Minutes· 2025-09-17 00:01
I feel that that I've been really blessed as a as a person in my profession. It's a profession that it's a killer profession. It can be cruel. It can be almost inhuman like like a lot of other strong professions.It it certainly has its dark side, but if you play it right, it has a huge advantage. Not only the chance to feel that you're helping you're make you're bringing a gift to people that you make them feel a little bit better or question something or think that is a great use for me. But on a personal ...
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The Economist· 2025-09-14 23:00
The international balance of power, the environment, as well as social and political structures, are all likely to be radically reshaped as a result https://t.co/BfdBme4tBT ...
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The Economist· 2025-09-14 15:00
Global Impact - International balance of power is likely to be radically reshaped [1] - The environment is likely to be radically reshaped [1] - Social and political structures are likely to be radically reshaped [1]
Insight to Impact | Dr. Prashant Khankhoje | TEDxVIIT
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-11 15:21
Core Message - The speech explores the concept of ODC (a life journey with transformative and diversified experiences) through the lens of Indian mythology and philosophy [1] - It suggests that ancient wisdom can provide guidance and inspiration for personal and professional growth [9][22] Leadership and Management Lessons - The speaker draws parallels between various incarnations of Vishnu (Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna) and different leadership styles (leader, protector, supporter, coach, strategist) [7][8] - The story of Ram Setu illustrates the importance of teamwork, trust, and acknowledging contributions from all members, regardless of size [14][15] - The analysis of Hanuman's leap across the sea is presented as an analogy to SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) or NOISE (Needs, Opportunities, Improvement areas, Strengths, Exceptions) analysis in the corporate world [15][16][17] Personal Transformation - The journey of Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita, guided by Krishna, represents a transformative shift from "why me" to "why not me" [17][18] - Krishna's teachings of Jnana Yoga (knowledge), Bhakti Yoga (devotion), and Karma Yoga (duty with integrity) are presented as principles for navigating life's challenges [19][20] - The speech advocates for a shift in perspective from "them" to "me," then "me" to "we," and finally "we" to "us" to achieve a happier life [22] Ethical and Environmental Considerations - The speaker uses the example of plastic waste to illustrate how inspiration from mythology (Lord Narasimha) can drive innovative solutions (converting plastic to fuel or using it in road construction) [5][6] - The concept of different Yugas (Satya Yuga, Treta Yuga, Dvapara Yuga, Kali Yuga) is used to highlight the ongoing battle between good and evil within individuals [11][12]
Pope Leo opens a Vatican-run ecological training center in climate awareness push
NBC News· 2025-09-05 17:43
Environmental Initiative - The Vatican transformed 135 acres (approximately 546,337 square meters) into an environmental and ecological oasis [2] - The oasis includes gardens, villas, archaeological sites, and farmlands dedicated to environmental care [3] - The site produces olive oil, vegetables, and wine [3] Social Impact - The project employs migrants, poor people, and former inmates [3] - The location will host environmental courses, events, a restaurant, and a hotel [3] Opening and Purpose - The site was officially inaugurated on Friday and opened to the public on Saturday [4] - The Pope's summer residence in Castel Gandolfo has been used since the 17th century for rest during the summer [1]