Tuesday, 13 October 2026

Five questions about the world. Most people get fewer than two right.

The world looks worse on the news than it does in the data. Today's Reality Check puts five of the most common assumptions to the test — health, energy, wildlife, education, and more. Tap in and see where your instincts land.

The Optimist

Rebuild your positive default mindset, one day at a time.

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