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The ‘Bayou Barbie’ finally has her own Barbie doll. Here’s where to buy it
Barbie has worn a black-and-white one-piece swimsuit, a pink dress, and a silver space suit—and now, thanks to a new collaboration, she can wear...
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5 habits that build lasting happiness, according to research
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Most people treat happiness as something that arrives when conditions are right. The last decade of...
'The three habits that changed everything': From 54% in Class 10 to IIT Bombay CSE, how one student's comeback inspired thousands
After scoring just 54% in his Class 10 board exams, Jainendrajeet feared his academic dreams were over. Instead of giving up, he rebuilt his study...
Carl Jung on Creativity
The question of what it takes to create — to make something of beauty and substance that touches other lives across space and time — is one of the...
What watching soccer does to your body, according to science
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Forty-eight teams. Sixty-four matches. A final played yesterday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. And a...
Meet the Indian Engineer Who Built a Floating House for Floods | Prashant Kumar
What if homes didn't fight floods—but floated with them? 🌊🏡 Meet Prashant Kumar, the Indian engineer designing a climate-resilient floating house...
Museum celebrating work of RNLI among projects from Lancaster University
Dezeen School Shows: a museum dedicated to celebrating the history of Folkestone, UK, and the work of the RNLI is among projects from Lancaster...
Aqua adventures: Europe’s best islands for water sports, diving, surfing and more
A new study has ranked the best islands in Europe for water sports based on search interest for activities such as surfing, diving, kayaking,...
Filmmaker Turns Publicly Available Footage From Nasa’s Artemis II Mission Into Thrilling Short Film
Filmmaker Turns Publicly Available Footage From Nasa’s Artemis II Mission Into Thrilling Short Film The Artemis II mission took humans beyond low...
Prize honors discovery of altermagnetism as a third fundamental class of magnetism
One of Europe's highest distinctions in condensed matter physics has been awarded for a discovery that is reshaping our understanding of...
Trust among farmers is key to scaling climate-smart innovations
As the climate becomes increasingly variable and extreme events become more frequent, accelerating the use of innovations that can strengthen...
Scientists left 'Moon cement' outside the ISS for six months; it came back up to 35% stronger
A pioneering development in space materials, the recently created 'Moon cement' derived from lunar and Martian simulants has shown exceptional...
Wish You Had Better Judgment? It’s a Learned Skill—Here’s How to Develop It
These science-backed concepts can help you sharpen your critical-thinking skills and develop better instincts. The post Wish You Had Better...
Play area aims to interest children in rare habitat
A science centre hopes play is the key to making children care about the future of chalk streams.
Why summer slips away so quickly and how to make it feel longer, according to brain science
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It’s hard to believe it’s almost August; if you’re anything like us, you’re probably wondering where June and...
Health Care Agency Discontinues Dozens of Active Research Awards
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality slowed the awarding of new grants last year. Now it is stopping existing ones.
Scientists recreated part of the early universe in a glass tube to study life's
In a groundbreaking experiment, scientists have successfully synthesised interstellar cosmic dust in a controlled laboratory environment. This...
This champion soccer team teaches fans about climate change and DEI. They've sold out every game
Vermont Green FC has sold out stadiums and built a devoted fan base around an ambitious goal: becoming a climate-friendly, socially progressive...
XPENG L03 Impresses In The Details: Part 2
This is the second part of a detailed look at the design the new XPENG L03. Before reading this, I recommend reading Part 1. There has been a lot...
Alzheimer’s breakthrough: Scientists restore two hours of sleep without clearing brain plaques
Researchers have uncovered a surprising culprit behind sleep loss in Alzheimer’s disease: the brain’s own immune cells. In mice with amyloid...
Should Artemis IV astronauts actually land near the moon's south pole? Artemis II pilot says the lunar equator might be better
NASA has long eyed the moon's south pole for its first crewed Artemis landing. But Artemis II astronaut Victor Glover says the agency should...
At a Kenya Research Center, Insects Are Helping Farmers Reduce Their Reliance on Synthetic Fertilizers and Pesticides
Scientists at icipe are using insects and nature-based solutions to help farmers grow food more sustainably and strengthen local food systems. The...
Homegrown Catnip Lotion Proves to Be An Effective Mosquito Repellent in Rural Uganda
Homegrown catnip plants have proven to be as effective as DEET for repelling mosquitoes in rural Uganda. Presented at an international science...
Travelling to Ireland? These are the highest-rated tourist attractions to visit
A new study has revealed Ireland’s highest-rated tourist attractions, with the ranking dominated by museums, distilleries and stunning natural wonders.
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