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Tech giants are joining efforts to combat misinformation about the COVID-19
Preventing the circulation of misinformation in regards to the COVID-19 is arguably as important as stopping the spread of the virus itself. With that in mind, a group of the biggest technology companies in the US has recently banded together in a commitment to fight coronavirus-related fraud and Read More...
Chris Martin hosts virtual concert to bring fans together online
You can now watch a virtual Coldplay concert put on by lead singer Chris Martin as you practice social distancing. The concert is the first in a “Together, At Home” series put on by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Global Citizen to share music and build community spirit while concerts Read More...
Colorado created the first paid state holiday honoring a woman in America
It took quite a while, but Colorado has finally passed new legislation to scrap Columbus Day as a recognized paid state holiday. In its place, the first Monday of October will now honor Frances Xavier Cabrini, who according to the bill, is the woman responsible for creating 67 schools, hospitals, Read More...
Italians are keeping their spirits up by singing from their balconies
Of course we could rely on Italians to create beauty and joy even in the trying times of a global pandemic. Lately, people in the country have started coming out on their balconies and leaning out their windows to join together in song, coordinating the effort by spreading the word via social Read More...
COVID-19: How to be a leader in times of crisis
The unknown peril of COVID-19 is only heaping more stress onto an already stressed workforce. With the virus actively changing the way we live our day-to-day lives, there’s never been a more important time for leaders to step up within their respective companies and apply time-tested principles Read More...
Virginia is the first southern state to commit to 100 percent renewable energy
Virginia passed a landmark law on March 6 which makes it the first state in the southern United States to commit to achieving 100 percent renewable energy. The Virginia Clean Economy Act of 2020 includes plans to eliminate emissions from the electricity sector and create 13,000 new clean energy Read More...
How volunteer vets are saving the world’s fattest parrots from extinction
While the Optimist Daily may not have a favorite bird per se, the kākāpō is definitely one of our favorites. The kākāpō is a colorful parrot with intricate patterns, and it so happens to be the world’s fattest parrot. Endangered parrot Unfortunately for our feathered friends in New Read More...
Want to play a hands-on role in coral reef protection? Consider this course
Roatan Marine Park (RMP) has protected the reefs and surrounding ecosystems of one of the Bay Islands National Marine Park’s three islands off the coast of Honduras and Belize since 2005. After recently completing its newest coral nursery, the park has announced it will begin offering an RMP Read More...
This former banker created an 'Uber Eats-style' food rescue program
Three years ago at age 44, former banker Tony Colley had only $278 to his name after a failed business venture. He went on welfare, paid his rent, but didn't have enough to eat through the day and fuel his six-foot-five-inch frame. He hid this secret from everyone except his mother. Depression Read More...
This car dealership serves as a safe parking lot for the homeless at night
During the day, the Kiplin Automotive Group in Charlotte, North Carolina looks like any other car dealership, but at night, it transforms into a safe parking lot for homeless individuals living in their cars. This Optimist Daily story was shared with us by one of our Optimist readers and is Read More...