The awful logic of land mines -- and an app that helps people avoid them

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October 28, 2017 NEW ON TED.COM The awful logic of land mines -- and an app that helps people avoid them 06:03 minutes · TED Residency Fifty years of armed conflict in Colombia has left the countryside riddled with land mines that maim and kill innocent people who happen across them. To help keep communities safe from harm, TED Resident Carlos Bautista is developing an app to track land mines -- and direct travelers away from them. Learn more about how this potentially life-saving tool could promote peace in countries plagued by land mines once conflicts end. Watch now »   Playlist Personal stories from conflict zones Powerful, gripping personal narratives that shed light on what it means to live in some of the world’s most dangerous and volatile regions. Watch » 9 talks · Total run time 1:51:36 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM 9 pieces of practical advice about bullying A teacher, psychologist, crisis-line supervisor and others share their suggestions for what you can do. Read more »   Download the TED app

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