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Thousands rally across the US to defend science funding
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On March 7th, thousands of researchers and advocates took to the streets across the United States to protest cuts to scientific funding imposed by the Trump administration. Organized under the banner of “Stand Up for Science,” these rallies drew diverse Read More...
From ocean icon to world’s largest artificial reef: the final voyage of the SS United States
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The SS United States, once a gleaming symbol of American engineering might, is charting a new course beneath the waves. The 1,000-foot ocean liner, which shattered transatlantic speed records on its maiden voyage in 1952, has left its long-time berth on Read More...
Is soursop the “anticancer” super-fruit or just a tropical treat?
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve never heard of soursop, you’re not alone. This spiky green fruit, also known as graviola, recently found new fans in the wellness world, especially for its potential anticancer properties. Native to Central and South America, soursop has been Read More...
Sussex University to launch UK's first climate justice degree
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The University of Sussex announced the launch of the UK's first undergraduate degree in climate justice, sustainability, and development. Starting in 2026, this pioneering BA program is designed to prepare students for the growing demand for expertise in Read More...
Honoring the spring equinox: Lessons from Indigenous rituals for balance and renewal
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM March 20 marks the spring equinox, a powerful time of balance and renewal when day and night are equal. For many Indigenous peoples, this day represents the start of a new year—a moment to honor the Earth’s cycles and reconnect with nature’s rhythms. Read More...
Podcast Transcript March 7, 2025: Coping with Travel Anxiety and Thriving in Uncertainty: Science-Backed Solutions
Episode Description: In this episode of The Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup, Arielle and Karissa dive into some of the most anxiety-inducing headlines of the past week—from plane crashes to media overload—and explore how to manage travel anxiety when the news is anything but comforting. They Read More...
Nations agree to fund nature in a breakthrough for biodiversity
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a rare display of unity amid global tensions, nations reached a landmark agreement to fund nature conservation. On February 27, after days of intense negotiations, the UN talks in Rome concluded with a plan to raise and deliver billions of dollars to Read More...
Thriving in uncertainty: science-backed ways to build resilience
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a world increasingly defined by unpredictability, many of us would rather accept a negative outcome than face the fear of the unknown. A 2006 study published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics revealed that most people would choose a guaranteed but less Read More...
Coping with the fear of flying: tips for staying calm when headlines are scary
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM With a surge in news headlines about plane crashes in early 2025, it is no surprise that more people are feeling uneasy about air travel. "Many people are experiencing heightened anxiety around air travel since hearing recent news," says Rebecca Skolnick, Read More...
From Paralympian to astronaut: John McFall’s historic ESA clearance
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM John McFall, a former Paralympian from Great Britain, made history as the first astronaut with a physical disability to be cleared for long-duration space missions. The European Space Agency (ESA) granted him medical clearance, making him eligible for Read More...