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Why glass food storage containers are a healthier, safer alternative to plastic
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In the midst of a worldwide plastic calamity, small improvements at home can have a significant impact. One such adjustment is switching to glass food storage containers instead of plastic ones. This simple change not only reduces plastic consumption but also Read More...
Oregon's nurse-home visit program is a lifesaver for new parents
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In the picturesque yet secluded landscape of Jefferson County, Oregon, new parents Matt and Amber Luman are navigating the early days of motherhood with the unexpected assistance of a trained nurse. Barb Ibrahim, an experienced nurse with over 30 years of Read More...
Colombia bans bullfighting, a historic step for animal rights
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Colombia's President Gustavo Petro signed legislation prohibiting bullfighting, marking a historic step forward for animal rights. Animal rights advocates are celebrating the decision, which marks a shift in cultural attitudes. The practice will be phased Read More...
How to protect your dog's paws in summer heat
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When the summer heat approaches, it's easy to forget that our pets feel it as well, especially via their sensitive paws. Imagine walking barefoot on a sweltering sidewalk—this is what your dog goes through during these summer months! Protecting your dog's Read More...
10 effective ways to get kids off screens this summer
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Summer vacation presents an excellent opportunity for children to disconnect from their digital gadgets and participate in stimulating screen-free activities... But anyone with kids these days will know that getting them to embrace this chance is quite the Read More...
South Africa enacts historic climate change act
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM South Africa enacted its first Climate Change Act, a comprehensive law that aims to tackle climate change by limiting greenhouse gas emissions and mandating municipal adaptation plans. The act seeks to connect South Africa's climate efforts with its Read More...
How to revive your work mojo after a vacation
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Your summer vacation was pure bliss: sunny beach mornings, spontaneous ice cream stops, and afternoons spent buried in a good book. But now you're back at your desk, drowning in Slack messages and emails, and the vacation glow is swiftly fading. The Read More...
No One Dies Alone: a movement against isolation and loneliness in the final hours
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The fear of dying alone is one of the most powerful and agonizing feelings that many harbor, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. For some, this fear sadly becomes a reality. To address this issue, the No One Dies Alone (NODA) initiative trains and Read More...
Don't feed bread to ducks! Here's what to serve instead
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When venturing out into the Great Outdoors, it’s important never to feed the wildlife because they can become accustomed to receiving food from humans and may put themselves at risk trying to acquire some. However, it’s not uncommon for local parks to Read More...
Ecuador's historic court ruling grants Quito's Machángara river the right to not be polluted
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On July 7th, an Ecuadorian court ruled that pollution violates the rights of the Machángara River, which flows through the country's capital, Quito. This decision, hailed as "historic" by environmental campaigners, highlights Ecuador's progressive approach Read More...