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Dutch pension giant ABP to divest from fossil fuel producers
Motivated by recent climate reports by the United Nations and International Energy Agency, the Netherlands’ biggest pension fund, the ABP fund, has announced that it will divest from companies that produce fossil fuels. The change, which many of the members of the fund were demanding, was Read More...
Research yields surprising discovery about the benefits of green tea
Green tea has been shown to reduce the risks of chronic illness, and it is a common healthy staple in many cultures around the world. Researchers previously thought this tea’s benefits came from its antioxidants, which prevent oxidative stress by capturing free radicals, but a new study from ETH Read More...
5 Easy ways to up your daily water intake
Drinking water throughout the day is essential for our overall health and energy levels—however, many of us struggle with our H2O intake. According to nutritionist Lauren Slayton, when she presses clients about their water consumption, they often admit that they “don’t drink enough,” and Read More...
Stuck indoors? Here are 7 ways to introduce more nature into your routine
We all know that spending time in nature is good for our physical and mental health, but between work and family commitments, it can be tough to find time in your day to soak in the great outdoors. Fortunately, there are simple ways you can work more nature into your life each and every day. Here Read More...
Warren Buffett’s secret to success? Optimism
We’re all probably familiar with Warren Buffett for his financial success, but money doesn’t necessarily buy happiness. So what does one of America’s richest businessmen credit as the key to happiness? Optimism. Buffett is well known for his optimism, but data science consultant Michael Read More...
Kernza could be the agricultural grain of the future
Have you ever heard of Kernza? If not, you’re not alone. This underappreciated grain was developed by The Land Institute in 2008, and its many nutritional and environmental benefits mean you will probably be hearing more about it in the near future. What is Kernza? Kernza is a form of Read More...
Paris to become a 100% bicycle-friendly city by 2026
As cities are around the world increasingly step away from car-centric urban planning, it’s safe to say that cycling will soon become a primary mode of transportation for a growing number of people. In Paris, at least, that will definitely be the case. Starting this year, Parisians are expected Read More...
Josh Cavallo is the first openly gay male top-level professional soccer player
The world of men’s professional sports is not an arena where gay men have historically been made to feel as though they would be supported and accepted if they were to come out. However, A-League midfielder Josh Cavallo has decided to take a brave leap of faith by becoming the only known current Read More...
Yet another study confirms cognitive benefits of green space
If you’re a regular Optimist Daily reader, you know about the tremendous cognitive and mental health benefits of green space. Now, yet another study has confirmed the link between nature and brain development and finds that access to green space helps children meet critical development Read More...
Unusual fruit byproduct makes tilapia fish healthier and stronger
Tilapia is a popular fish around the world, and now, researchers from Russia's RUDN University have discovered a way to make the fish more resilient─using a feed ingredient that would otherwise end up in landfills. The researchers spent eight weeks raising five groups of 60 Nile tilapia fry, Read More...