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Nick Szabo· 2026-02-09 04:32
RT Mrgunsngear (@Mrgunsngear)Europe has gone from only 500,000 muslim residents in 2000 to over 46 million invaders occupying it currently.Just 26 years and thousands of years of tradition & culture are gone.Plan accordingly....#europe #islam #london #france #berlin #enrichment #holywar #ummah #jihad #caliphate #invasion ...
Locating Culture Through Listening to Derian Bukit (with BIM) | Sheila Julis | TEDxUoNMalaysia
TEDx Talks· 2026-02-04 16:44
I appreciate everyone's support because I do have ADHD and the light is blinding and it's giving me blanks. But I need to remind myself that today I'm here with you because it's not for me, it's for the communities. When I first started as a young program development officer working at the local NGO, a constant question that came to mind was how can we as non- indigenous peoples support the communities better.And after working in at least 40 villages, land grab has made it so difficult and sometimes impossi ...
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Nick Szabo· 2026-01-28 07:32
RT Dan Burmawi (@DanBurmawy)There is a species of ant that approaches the edge of another colony, kills a single worker, and then takes on the dead ant’s scent.For ants, scent is everything. Wearing that scent, the intruder walks in with no resistance. The workers pass by without concern.The intruder moves inward, toward the queen, then It sprays the queen with a different scent that makes the workers turn on her. Then they surround her and kill her.The intruder does not need to fight anyone. The colony doe ...
3 ways to be a better leader | Muhammad Wafiuddin Saipol Bahrin | TEDxUniversiti Brunei Darussalam
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 16:54
[applause] My name is Wafi and today I'll be delivering a talk about leadership a blueprint for Brunai's future. Now let me ask a question before I begin my talk. Who raised their hand here who believe they are capable of being a leader.Can I see a raise of hand. Keep that in mind because this talk is all for you. So all right so before I begin I always have this saying that you are all built for tomorrow and you are rooted in yesterday.So what does this mean. This basically means that all of you are being ...
Against All Odds... | Tan Cheng Voon | TEDxUniversiti Brunei Darussalam
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 16:54
Career & Family Balance - The speaker initially prioritized career advancement, becoming the first female HR director in a five-star international hotel and later working in Brunei palaces [6] - The speaker faced a career crossroads when considering a move to Xi'an, China, grappling with the decision between career and family [7][8] - The speaker chose to resign from a high-flying career to focus on raising her children, later returning to work in a different field [9][10][11] - The speaker eventually became the first non-French commercial attaché, receiving recognition from the French President [12] Heritage & Modernity - The speaker emphasizes the importance of heritage in building integrity, hard work, and family unity [14][15] - Heritage provided authenticity and identity, teaching the reward of hard work, commitment, and integrity [15] - The speaker's children embrace both tradition and modernity, valuing family and filial piety [16][17] - The speaker advocates for integrating the best of heritage and modernity to empower the next generation [18] Personal Values & Identity - The speaker's mother defied tradition by asserting her right to raise her child [2] - The speaker resolved to be self-reliant and independent, pursuing education and career goals against parental wishes [5] - The speaker realized the importance of selfless care and love, nurturing her children with integrity and resilience [16] - The speaker concludes that heritage provides emotional strength and resilience in a changing world, while modernity fosters intellectual openness and adaptability [22]
Cultural Heritage as a Root for Innovation | Dr Rozan Yunos | TEDxUniversiti Brunei Darussalam
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 16:54
Heritage & Development - The central question is whether to prioritize heritage preservation or accept its loss as the cost of progress, suggesting a need to find a balance [5] - The presentation advocates for a third path: developing differently by integrating memory, protecting what must be protected, and adapting what can be adapted [14] - The talk emphasizes that heritage in Bandar Seri Begawan is a living, moving part of life, not just a static museum exhibit [6] - The presentation highlights the resilience of Kampong Ayer, showcasing how it continues to thrive as a living story of a society [8] Community & Partnership - The presentation suggests mentorship programs where elders teach younger generations traditional skills like fishing, house building on water, and boat construction [10] - The presentation proposes floating classrooms to teach biodiversity and water quality, while also repurposing waste [11] - The presentation emphasizes the importance of partnerships across sectors and generations (SDG17) to preserve heritage [12] - The presentation stresses that preserving heritage requires collaboration between archivists, architects, youth, the elderly, government, civil service, civic society, and small business owners [12] Future & Identity - The presentation commemorates the 55th anniversary of the renaming of Bandar Brunei to Bandar Seri Begawan, emphasizing the importance of honoring the past while moving forward [15] - The presentation concludes by questioning the purpose of progress if it means losing cultural roots [16]
The myth of success | Khairani Ashry | TEDxUniversiti Brunei Darussalam
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 16:54
Core Values & Principles - Success is multifaceted and often misunderstood, with the visible achievements representing only a fraction of the effort and sacrifices involved [1][2] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of balancing tradition and ambition, particularly within the context of Brunei and Asian cultures where collective responsibility and family values are significant [3] - Three key values are highlighted: stability, integrity, and "cilatraim" (connection), which guide the speaker's approach to bridging tradition and ambition [4] Redefining Success & Values - Stability is traditionally associated with secure employment (9-to-5 jobs, government positions) and marriage, but the speaker redefines it as finding consistency and fulfillment in pursuing one's passions [5][6][7][8] - Integrity is not tied to job titles but is a fundamental character trait, demonstrated through aligning words with actions, especially when unobserved [9][10] - "Cilatraim" (connection) emphasizes building relationships beyond transactional interactions, recognizing the unique stories and expertise each individual possesses [11][12][13][14] Achieving Balance & Fulfillment - It's possible to harmonize tradition and ambition, finding a middle ground where they coexist and complement each other [14] - When tradition and ambition are balanced, work transforms from a mere hustle into a source of "baraka" (blessings), providing sustained fulfillment through challenges [15] - True success lies not only in visible achievements but in the "baraka" that sustains one's journey, encompassing sincerity, integrity, and perseverance [16]
Where Medicine Ends, Meaning Begins | Dr Asmah Husaini | TEDxUniversiti Brunei Darussalam
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 16:53
[applause] [applause] My name is Dr. . Asma Husini and tonight I will be talking about death. Before I begin, if anyone of you are affected by my talk this evening, please do not hesitate to see me after this event.Before you start imagining how morbid or how dark your next 10 minutes of your life will be, let me assure you that you are not the only one. Death is a scary topic, but maybe not for the reasons that you think. It is scary because it is unknown and we hardly talk about it.So let's begin by talki ...
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Tradition is everything in the wealthy Nashville suburb of Belle Meade, where locals are intent on preserving its charm and historic character—even as newcomers move to the area. https://t.co/zolS7h8WvQ ...
X @The Wall Street Journal
Tradition is everything in the tony enclave, where locals are intent on preserving its charm and historic character—even as newcomers move to the area. https://t.co/8nuLg36fcq ...