The refugee crisis is a test of our character

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June 20, 2017 Today's TED Talk The refugee crisis is a test of our character 18:38 minutes · TED2017 Sixty-five million people were displaced from their homes by conflict and disaster in 2016. It's not just a crisis; it's a test of who we are and what we stand for, says David Miliband -- and each of us has a personal responsibility to help solve it. In this must-watch talk, Miliband gives us specific, tangible ways to help refugees and turn empathy and altruism into action. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Refugees welcome Not since World War II have so many people been forcibly displaced by war and persecution. Talks on why it's important to help refugees thrive, and personal stories of starting over. Watch » 11 talks · Total run time 2:49:15 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Even if we don't love starlings, we should learn to live with them They devour crops and cattle feed, and they nab other birds' nesting sites. Still, starlings can actually show us how we can adjust our relationship to the natural world, says writer Lyanda Lynn Haupt. Read more »   Download the TED app

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