We're tackling America's happiness slump on the streets of LA
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We're tackling America's happiness slump on the streets of LA

California Live correspondent Paul Costabile frolics around Los Angeles’ Echo Park and Silverlake neighborhoods to spread smiles amidst the new 2025 World Happiness Report, where the United States dropped to its lowest-ever ranking at 24th place. Can small acts of kindness and gestures of joy save the day?

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