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First ever titanium heart implanted into a human body
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A combined effort by the Texas Heart Institute (THI), BiVACOR®, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, and Baylor College of Medicine resulted in a historic medical achievement: the first successful in-human implantation of the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart. Read More...
Do you have mushrooms on your lawn? Here's why that's a good thing
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Bright red toadstools, strange jelly fungus, and round puffball mushrooms growing in your lawn may appear worrisome at first glance. But, according to horticultural experts, mushrooms in your lawn are a good sign of soil health. Understanding the presence of Read More...
Podcast Transcript August 08, 2024: The Subtle Signs They're Into You and Gratitude, the Key to Longevity
Episode Description The Subtle Signs They're Into You and Gratitude, the Key to Longevity This week's positive news: Have you ever wondered whether someone finds you attractive? Arielle walks us through the subconscious ways people communicate attraction. Then, Karissa talks about the power Read More...
Microwave magic redefines lithium recovery in batteries
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM As the need for rechargeable technology—from smartphones to electric vehicles—increases, so does the demand for lithium. This rare element fuels much of our contemporary world, and this means efficient recovery from spent batteries is becoming Read More...
7 vegetables to grow in August for a successful fall harvest
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you've been savoring the fruits (or vegetables) of your spring and early summer gardening, you understand the satisfaction of homegrown produce. Don't let the gardening season finish just yet. According to skilled gardeners, August is a good time to plant Read More...
Natural ways to fight hair loss: 6 foods that block DHT
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Hair loss can be a frustrating experience, and it is commonly associated with the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is essential for body hair growth during adolescence, but excessive amounts can lead to hair loss. Fortunately, incorporating specific Read More...
Historic golds: St Lucia and Dominica celebrate their first Olympic medals
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The Caribbean is buzzing with excitement following the historic accomplishments of St Lucian sprinter Julian Alfred and Dominican triple jumper Thea LaFond. Both athletes won their country's first Olympic medals, and both were gold. Julian Alfred's Triumph Read More...
U.S. women's relay swim team wins olympic gold, claims new world record
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On Sunday, the United States women's relay swim team won a historic 4x100 meter medley relay, claiming Olympic gold and shattering the world record. Their amazing achievement, with a time of 3:49.63, beat the previous world record held by another American Read More...
They like me, they like me not: 3 subconscious signs someone is attracted to you
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Recognizing someone's attraction to you can be as simple as laughing at your worst jokes or finding reasons to touch you. However, there are times when people can be difficult to decipher. It's generally more difficult to recognize subtle, subconscious Read More...
MIT engineers convert soda cans and seawater into zero-emission fuel
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a breakthrough for sustainable energy, MIT engineers developed a way to produce hydrogen fuel from ordinary elements such as aluminum from old soda cans, saltwater, and coffee grounds. This novel technology could transform sustainable energy production by Read More...