Today’s Solutions: September 29, 2026

We’re kicking off the week with news that New Zealand has approved paid leave for pregnant individuals and their partners who experience miscarriage as well as positive clean air results from California’s diesel regulations. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy – Making Solutions the News!

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