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Asian Indian Children Boys Smiling Uniforms Happy Pubdomain By Church Of The King

Good News Headlines 2/1/2023

2022 saw major advances, and even victories, as cancer deaths plummet, Guinea worm is eradicated, and we say bye-bye to Ebola — three huge wins for humanity.

The Past As Prologue: Why We Still Need Black History Month

The month of February dedicated to Black history continues to stir controversy. However, we can't continue to ignore the fact that although we have made progress towards racial unity, we still have ways to go towards racial harmony, understanding and tolerance, if not acceptance.

Good News Headlines 1/25/2023

The Department of Agriculture (USDA) updated its regulations on foods labeled “organic” on Thursday, as part of an effort to close loopholes and increase confidence in the agency’s organic seal.

This Lunar Year Will Be The Year Of The Rabbit Or The Year Of The Cat, Depending On Where You Live

On Jan. 22, 2023, more than a billion people globally will welcome the Year of the Rabbit – or the Year of Cat, depending on which cultural traditions they follow – as the start of the Lunar New Year.

Good News Headlines 1/18/2023

The recent adoption of a landmark agreement to protect 30 per cent of nature by 2030, signed by 196 countries at Cop15 in December, marks a turning point. But how can individuals be true stewards of nature?

Girls On The Run Worcester County Invites New Participants For 2023 Spring Season

Registration is now open for Girls on the Run, a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that inspires girls in grades 3-8 to be joyful, healthy and confident.

Good News Headlines 1/11/2023

Laurier University’s 23-year-old Scotty Creek Research Station had become the first Indigenous-led research station in Canada. The event marked another milestone in a remarkable effort by Indigenous people across Northern Canada to address the impacts of climate change.

Good News Headlines 1/4/2023

Conservationists called on the federal government to stop big cats like Sombra from going extinct in the US by reintroducing jaguars to the region and increasing protections for the animals’ habitat.

Good News Headlines 12/28/2022

What went right in 2022? The top 25 good news stories of the year included seismic shifts in energy policy, major medical advances, animal comebacks, four-day week trials, plus plenty more good news.

Good News Headlines 12/21/2022

The candy darter (Etheostoma osburni), listed as a federally protected endangered species in 2018 and included in WBOY's 2022 list of West Virginia's six "weirdest animals," is a festive-looking fish. And its red-and-green coloration does resemble a candy cane.

Good News Headlines 12/14/2022

Lenox Massachusetts voters killed a proposed wireless communications bylaw. They backed $70 million for a wastewater plant upgrade and a new public safety complex.

Friends Happiness Enjoying Dinning Eating Concept

9 Ways To Reduce Loneliness In Your Community

You might be wondering where to start to lessen loneliness where you live. The nine articles offer good starting ideas from hosting a stranger dinner to creating engaging public spaces.

4 Unexpected Places Where Adults Can Learn Science

Here are four venues where the general public can enjoy nature, engage in hands-on science learning and get a behind-the-scenes look at scientific research in action.

Good News Headlines 12/7/2022

A baker in the English town of Guisborough is reviving an ancient tradition to help his neighbors endure high energy costs. “At this time of year, there can be no greater expression of love than baking the family Christmas cake” said Baker Ed.

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Keeping Pets Safe During Hurricanes

U.S. House lawmakers were inspired to enact the Pet Evacuation Bill, which requires authorities to take pets into account with their emergency training, and educate people on how to care for animals during natural disasters. Pets now must be evacuated with people.

Beaver With Baby In Lake Chewing On Wood

Good News Headlines 11/30/2022

The humble beaver could hold the key to saving our water, according to new research that found how their dam building skills protect rivers threatened by climate change.

What The World Would Lose With The Demise Of Twitter: Valuable Eyewitness Accounts And Raw Data On Human Behavior, As Well As A Habitat For Trolls

The Twitter archives allow for instant and complete access to every public tweet, which has positioned Twitter both as a archive of collective human behavior and as a credentialing and fact-checking.

Leanne Fan 3m Americas Top Young Scientist 2022 Submitted

Good News Headlines 11/23/2022

14 year-old Leanne Fan developed Finsen Headphones, a low-cost headphone device that uses machine learning and blue light therapy to detect and treat mid-ear infections in children—potentially preventing up to 60% of hearing loss in children.

Raising Spirits At The Expo

In-person events bring people — and literally — their energetic sparks together, generating a positive charge and vibration shared by all. Sharing our “spark" with others increases good health, both personal and planetary.

Good News Headlines 11/16/2022

I rubbed the dog’s soft neck. He pushed his head into me as his silk-like fur slid through my fingers. This was nothing new for Evan ― he gets pets and scratches all the time. But I hadn’t touched a dog in 19 years. Petting Evan made me emotional.

Good News Headlines 11/2/2022

Homelessness is a problem that plagues many cities and there are so many different approaches to address the issue. Salt Lake City is trying a compassionate approach by building a tiny home village to address its homelessness problem.

The Lifesaving Power Of Gratitude (Or, Why You Should Write That Thank You Note)

Researchers found that writing as few as three weekly thank you notes over the course of three weeks improved life satisfaction, increased happy feelings and reduced symptoms of depression.

Going Beyond Charity: How Businesses Can Achieve Permanent Sustainability

Can enterprises be designed for something besides providing maximum gains to their owners and investors? Can we even imagine enterprises designed to keep the planet thriving?

How Migrants Sent To Massachusetts Found Aid And Community

Within hours of the migrants’ arrival, Martha’s Vineyard residents and community activists mobilized to provide food, clothing, and shelter at a church for the new arrivals. Local and national fundraising efforts resulted in more than $175,000 in donations.

Good News Headlines 10/26/2022

United States Congresswoman Katie Porter (D-California) grilled Mike Konczal, the director of Macroeconomic Analysis over the primary cause of inflation. Porter got Konczal to admit that surging corporate profits are forcing American consumers to pay significantly more for goods and services.