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Is your home at risk for natural disasters? Here's what to do if it is
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Extreme weather events are becoming more commonplace thanks to climate change. For homeowners and for those on the market, considering a home’s potential vulnerability to natural disasters is becoming a top priority. Proximity to work and good schools, or Read More...
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...
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...
8 delicious and healthier homemade alternatives to sugary soda
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Soft drinks may be the go-to beverage for millions, but their high sugar content significantly increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions. While water is the healthiest choice, it can get a bit boring after a while, so, Read More...
Be grateful, live longer—how gratitude boosts longevity and well-being
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Experts are discovering novel and surprising ways to help humans live longer in the never-ending quest for longevity. One such insight is the importance of gratitude. A recent study of over 50,000 older women discovered that those who felt more grateful had a Read More...
G20 nations support Brazil's 'super-rich' tax proposal to fight climate change and poverty
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In an unprecedented move, G20 finance ministers agreed to levy a wealth tax on the super-rich. The tax, which may raise over €230 billion ($248.4 billion) per year, is intended to address critical global challenges such as climate change and poverty. A Read More...