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Earth Day at 56: why the 2026 theme carries more weight than usual

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On April 22, 1970, roughly 20 million Americans took to the streets, campuses, and parks to demand that ...

What to actually eat after a workout, according to sports dietitians

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Anyone who has ever gone hard at the gym on a Monday and then struggled to get off ...

With limited cemetery space, tree burials are gaining popularity

Many people expect to be buried after their passing, but what happens when cities begin to run out of burial space? Cemetery space is ...

This ‘everlasting bubble’ could inspire future medicines

Bubbles spark human fascination, with children and adults everywhere becoming enamored when they see one of these fleeting structures. This interest also spreads into ...

Canada’s new 988 suicide crisis helpline aims for hope and healing

On November 30th, Canada launched the 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline, providing a quick and accessible lifeline to persons in mental health crises. This three-digit ...