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A new study of 11,000 seniors found that 45% improved their mental and physical health over a decade, with positive attitudes being the key factor. Atlanta's free Primetime Seniors program shows how staying active and optimistic keeps participants thriving in their 60s, 70s, and 80s.
New research reveals that framing environmental actions positively—like "eat more plants" instead of "eat less meat"—makes people significantly more likely to act and feel happier about it. The simple messaging shift could transform how we talk about climate solutions.
Sustainable fashion company Reformation announced an ambitious "climate positive" goal in 2019, aiming to give back more to the planet than it takes. The move came after landmark climate reports pushed the company to rethink its entire environmental strategy.
Scientists have discovered that how you feel about getting older can actually change how long you live. People with positive attitudes about aging live an average of 7.5 years longer than those with negative views.
While most countries debate whether to allow AI in schools, Estonia is teaching 48,000 students and 6,700 teachers how to use it wisely. Their AI Leap program turns chatbots into critical thinking coaches instead of answer machines.
A new study flips the script on AI in education: students using writing tools like ChatGPT actually need stronger judgment and more careful thinking, not less. The Iowa State research shows AI doesn't replace good writers; it creates better ones.
Scientists discovered people can train their brains to strengthen their immune response to vaccines using positive thinking and real-time brain scans. The breakthrough study could finally explain how the placebo effect actually works in our bodies.
A breast cancer survivor is sharing her healing journey to give others hope. Emily Hester recently appeared on KARK 4 News to talk about her successful treatment for triple-positive breast cancer at CARTI.
A 14-year-old spotted a child fall through frozen pond ice and acted instantly, sliding a safety ladder across the water before firefighters completed the dramatic rescue. His quick thinking kept the struggling boy afloat long enough for help to arrive.
New research reveals that compliments and heartfelt messages have far more positive impact on recipients than we imagine. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt shares why small acts of connection matter more than ever in our screen-dominated world. ##
Japanese researchers discovered a simple memory exercise that lowers stress hormones and rewires the brain to recall positive moments more easily. The training worked by strengthening neural pathways between emotional memory centers, offering new hope for people struggling with anxiety and depression.
New research shows that thinking about the legacy you'll leave behind isn't just for older people—it can improve mental health and bring more meaning to life at any age. From donating organs to passing down values, people are finding hope in considering their lasting impact.
A tomato-picking robot now thinks before it acts, predicting which fruit will be easiest to harvest and changing its angle when needed. This smarter approach could soon have robots and farmers working side by side in fields facing labor shortages.
When life feels unpredictable, these five books offer something better than quick answers: they teach you how to think with steadiness, respond with intention, and find clarity even when certainty isn't possible.
A clinical psychologist started using ChatGPT to challenge his own thinking about patient cases, and it's making him better at his job. He's part of a quiet revolution where therapists use AI not to replace human care, but to break out of mental ruts.
A groundbreaking study shows adding brexpiprazole to existing treatments helps people with schizophrenia think faster and process information better. The discovery opens new doors for treating one of the condition's most disabling symptoms that affects daily life and work.
Researchers have identified the exact mechanism that kills brain cells responsible for memory and thinking in multiple sclerosis patients. The breakthrough discovery opens a completely new path for protecting cognitive function in people living with MS.
Boulder, Colorado just released an ambitious climate roadmap targeting 70% emission cuts by 2030 and a carbon-positive city by 2040. The plan prioritizes affordability, health, and protecting neighborhoods most vulnerable to climate change.
Georgia Tech researchers have created "thinking microscopes" that use AI to actively participate in scientific discovery, not just collect data. These AI lab assistants could dramatically speed up breakthrough research in energy, medicine, and materials science.
Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev ended his Grand Slam losing streak with a first-round win at the Australian Open, crediting a mental shift toward positivity. The former US Open champion is now 6-0 this season after struggling through 2024.
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