by Mike Crisolago: There’s a valid argument that we don’t need another “Hallelujah” cover… The Leonard Cohen classic has, of course, been reimagined and rerecorded by hundreds of performers in the decades since its 1984 release and, at this point, it’s difficult to imagine anyone bringing anything new to the tune. Enter Andrea Bocelli. The…
by Melanie Xulu: It’s that time of year again! People won’t stop banging on about the John Lewis Christmas advert, ‘late night shopping’ is doing your head in, and you’ve probably eaten your body weight in mince pies and chocolate selection boxes… Whilst many of us celebrate this strange tradition, it turns out, it’s probably a little…
by Matt Toussaint: Have you ever wondered why in modern Christmas tradition we do the things we do?What is the origin of the Christmas tree, with the star on top, decorations about, and all the brightly wrapped presents beneath? Or the idea behind Santa Claus who jets around the globe in a magic sleigh with…
These true stories prove that a well-timed letter, a handful of pennies, or a single gust of wind can make an ordinary Christmas a cherished memory… The mail train’s gift: a life-changing Christmas miracle message LILIGRAPHIE/SHUTTERSTOCK My mother told me this true Christmas story from World War I many years ago. Christmas 1917 was coming, but…
The USA was always going to be undergoing a history-changing phase as two of its chart squares – Sun Saturn and Mars Neptune – collided by Solar Arc. Starting in the summer of 2024 the Solar Arc Saturn was conjunct the USA Mars for a setback and now squares the US Neptune for high…
There’s power in timeless design, but it’s also fun to take a peek at the design trends shaping the year ahead. While we may not be completely redecorating our homes year to year, keeping a pulse on design trends may spark some unexpected inspo. 2026 design trends are, after all, an indicator of what we’re…
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Welcome to our Best of 2025 spotlight on the environment, which we all know is one of the most dynamic and urgent spaces for innovation and impact. This year brought some truly awe-inspiring breakthroughs in sustainability, conservation, and climate resilience. These stories remind us that when creativity and science…
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Welcome to our Best of 2025 spotlight on the environment, which we all know is one of the most dynamic and urgent spaces for innovation and impact. This year brought some truly awe-inspiring breakthroughs in sustainability, conservation, and climate resilience. These stories remind us that when creativity and science…
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Welcome to our Best of 2025 spotlight on the environment, which we all know is one of the most dynamic and urgent spaces for innovation and impact. This year brought some truly awe-inspiring breakthroughs in sustainability, conservation, and climate resilience. These stories remind us that when creativity and science…
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Welcome to our Best of 2025 spotlight on the environment, which we all know is one of the most dynamic and urgent spaces for innovation and impact. This year brought some truly awe-inspiring breakthroughs in sustainability, conservation, and climate resilience. These stories remind us that when creativity and science…
