by Zain Durrani | Jun 6, 2025 | Science and Nature
For many, the thought of a snake bite fills them with fear. For Tim Friede, it’s just another Tuesday. After an upbringing of voluntary snake bites, Tim’s body became a hub for immunity against snake venom – turning him into a goldmine for scientists. Growing...
by Holly Robson | Jun 6, 2025 | Careers
The trending hashtag on social media at the moment is sparking thousands of funny videos of women doing things typically associated with men. But some are reclaiming more than just men’s habits and hobbies, and are instead making their mark in male-dominated fields of...
by Holly Robson | Jun 5, 2025 | Community combating, Love & Community
Quickly nipping to the shops or even walking to the bottom of the garden to hang the washing out may seem as easy as breathing to most people; but for some, these are insurmountable obstacles that leave people trapped in their house. But the tireless effort of...
by Jasmine El Samad | Jun 4, 2025 | Offbeat
It can be easy to get caught up in your own life and forget to nurture those around you. Here are 11 random acts of kindness to show people you care and put a smile on their face. Put a strangers trolley back at the supermarket Listen, you’re going that way....
by Holly Robson | Jun 3, 2025 | Love & Community
Here at the Optimist we are celebrating Pride Month this June, and want to spotlight some LGBTQIA+ creators that we think you should be following. We also want to raise awareness for some LGBTQIA+ charities to help boost support for them, as well as promoting some...
