How the smiley evolved from newspaper icon to a movement for a better world

Thought-provoking culture, insightful science and inspirational snippets to bring you up to date on all things uplifting, hopeful and happy-making

There’s a good reason to tap into happiness right now, and it’s probably not why you think, writes Jackee Holder

Happy stories are contagious, and here’s how you can tell them, too

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Try these practises, proven to help you feel more joy

Louise Brinton-Clarke had lost all hope until a standoffish tabby cat sauntered into her life