The Optimist View: Cultivating Consciousness with Deepak Chopra
“There is no solution with a war on anything, including a war on ignorance, which is what is happening right now. It's a display of insanity and ignorance. You can't fight that. You see, what you have to do is come up with creative solutions and creative solutions are already existing in the Read More...
Oceanographer develops algorithm to “remove” water from underwater photos
Derya Akkaynak is an oceanographer and engineer who focuses on imaging and underwater vision. Her newest project, Sea-thru, dives into how we can source clearer images of the underwater world. Akkaynak has developed an ingenious algorithm that essentially “removes" water from underwater Read More...
Lyft is once again offering free or low-cost rides on Election Day
With the elections coming up, ride-sharing giant Lyft is offering free and discounted rides to help people get to their local polling stations. When election day arrives, riders will be able to get 50 percent off one ride (up to $10) to a dropbox or polling location when you use the code Read More...
Here’s how to prepare your houseplants for the change of season
Although houseplants live predominantly indoors, they are still susceptible to the changing seasons. As we move into fall, here are some tips for prepping your plants for cooler weather. Bring them inside. During the warm summer months, many houseplants benefit from the sunlight and fresh Read More...
How to clean your neglected shower curtain
You likely clean your toilet and sink frequently, but when was the last time you cleaned the grime out of your shower curtain? This often overlooked part of your bathroom can collect a lot of dirt and even mold, so here’s how to properly clean your shower curtain. The first step is to clean Read More...
This beer supports pollinators and solar energy
Climate change and falling pollinator populations will impact every facet of our agricultural system, even beer. This is why Atlas Brew Works has released their new Sunny Honey Saison, a collaborative beer that emphasizes pollinators, green energy, and sustainable farming to raise awareness about Read More...
September 18, 2020
Today Kristy shares new advances in bionic eye technology and Summers features two teenagers making a real difference in their community. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
September 18, 2020
Today Kristy shares new advances in bionic eye technology and Summers features two teenagers making a real difference in their community. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
September 18, 2020
Today Kristy shares new advances in bionic eye technology and Summers features two teenagers making a real difference in their community. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
September 18, 2020
Today Kristy shares new advances in bionic eye technology and Summers features two teenagers making a real difference in their community. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...