Digested week: Let us focus on the few, brief bright spots we can

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Lucy ManganJanuary 23, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Digested week: Let us focus on the few, brief bright spots we can

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The article humorously addresses the concept of "Blue Monday," purported to be the most depressing day of the year. It attempts to find bright spots amidst perceived gloom, such as potential reassurances about microplastics, Gwyneth Paltrow's relatable lifestyle habits, and the upcoming arrival of HBO Max in the UK. The author then expresses dismay at a reported trend of hotels omitting toilet doors as a cost-saving measure, finding this unacceptable. The piece uses a lighthearted tone to comment on current anxieties and search for positivity in everyday life.

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toilet doors 80% blue monday 70% humor 60% hotel trends 60% optimism 50% gwyneth paltrow 40% prue leith 40%

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The Guardian - World News
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Center-Left (-0.40)
Far LeftCenterFar Right
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90%
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United Kingdom

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