Category: VOICES
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Syria: Hope emerges amid ongoing human rights challenges
Coinciding with the anniversary of the collapse of the former regime, “things are improving,” Mohammad…
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Cameroon: Prominent Opposition Leader Dies in Custody
(Nairobi) – The death in custody of a prominent Cameroon opposition leader, Anicet Ekane, should be…
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Not all marine parks protect sharks. Here’s what works (and what doesn’t)
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The global push to safeguard oceans is gaining momentum.…
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Sustainable gifts: 27 meaningful presents that do good
Vegetable bundle Recommended by Lucy Purdy, special projects lead The Unusual Veg Bundle from She…
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Iraq: UN mission ends, with pledge of continued support
The Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Iraq, Mohammed Al Hassan, briefed members for the last time as the UN Assistance Mission…
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Hong Kong: Deadly Fire Demands Transparency, Accountability
(Bangkok) – The Hong Kong government should ensure a transparent investigation and accountability for wrongful acts…
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Book Excerpt: How To Be A Friend (In An Unfriendly World) by Barnet Bain
How To Be A Friend (In An Unfriendly World) by Barnet Bain At The Optimist…
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The show must go on: keeping Britain’s musical heart beating
Amid a volatile landscape of grassroots venue closures, low streaming royalties and a cost of…
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Landmine casualties hit four-year high as treaty setbacks deepen
It documents 6,279 casualties in 2024. Children remain especially vulnerable, particularly in conflict-affected countries where…
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Podcast Transcript November 27, 2025— Thankful for optimists: a Thanksgiving shout out to The Optimist Daily community
Episode Description: In this special Thanksgiving mini-episode of The Optimist Daily’s Weekly Roundup, Karissa and…