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2026-07-15 18:00:04 UTC

NY leads the nation in youth mental health. Hochul says it's thanks to this one policy 'every governor should enact'
New York was recently named a national leader in protecting youth mental well-being. Governor Hochul’s stance as the state’s “first mom governor” might be why.
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2026-07-11 18:00:01 UTC

UK — Circus Artists Rewriting the Rules of Ageing
An over-50s circus showcase in Hertfordshire, UK, is challenging the idea that play, performance and risk-taking belong only to the young. Performers aged 50-96 showcase trapeze, hula hoop, juggling, clowning and dance. Classes are free and funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
🔗 Source: Positive News / Generation Circus (generationcircus.co.uk)
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2026-07-08 18:00:01 UTC

Ukraine — Wetland Restoration Persists Despite War
Lake Kartal in the Danube Delta has become a "beacon of hope" as rewilding efforts reconnected the river to the lake. The initiative has triggered rapid ecosystem recovery even amid ongoing conflict, proving ecological restoration can endure through war.
🔗 Source: Positive News / Rewilding Europe (rewildingeurope.com)
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2026-07-06 12:00:03 UTC

These best friends used to be homeless. Now, they buy abandoned storage units to help people still on the streets
“When I came out of homelessness, I had nothing,” Shula Kitkowska said. “I didn't have furniture, I didn't have any of that, so what I can do for people today is give what I can.”
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2026-07-04 18:00:01 UTC

In world-first program, Indian women receive 'unconditional' cash transfers for unpaid domestic labor
118 million adult women in 12 states across India receive unconditional cash transfers from their governments.
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2026-06-30 18:00:02 UTC

UK — Nation Declares Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government has outlawed social media for under-16s, joining Australia in a landmark move to protect youth mental health. The ban covers major platforms and is designed to reduce scrolling and increase physical play.
🔗 Source: Positive News
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What went right this week: renewables-1; oil-0, plus more
Events strengthened the case for renewables, Croatia eliminated landmines, an ‘extinct’ species returned to England, and more
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2026-06-14 12:00:01 UTC

Solomon Islands — Youth Mobilizing for Climate Justice
Young people in the Solomon Islands are leading community-based climate adaptation initiatives. The island nation, one of the most vulnerable to sea-level rise, is seeing youth-led programs for coastal protection, sustainable fishing, and marine conservation.
🔗 Source: IUCN / Local NGOs
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2026-06-02 12:00:01 UTC

Chile — Nation Declared Leprosy-Free
Chile became the first country in the Americas (second globally after Jordan) to eliminate leprosy. The WHO verified the achievement after sustained public health efforts including prevention strategies and universal care access.
🔗 Source: Positive News / WHO (who.int)
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2026-05-23 18:00:02 UTC

What went right this week: renewables-1; oil-0, plus more
Events strengthened the case for renewables, Croatia eliminated landmines, an ‘extinct’ species returned to England, and more
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UK — Pioneering In-Womb Spina Bifida Treatment
A trial applying maternal stem cells to fetal spines during in-utero repair showed improved mobility and quality of life for children with spina bifida. The breakthrough was published in The Lancet and could transform fetal therapy for birth defects.
🔗 Source: Positive News / The Lancet (thelancet.com)
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2026-05-16 18:00:05 UTC

10 ways that future urban living will be greener
From carbon-negative homes to people-powered street lights, new innovations are transforming urban living
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2026-05-06 12:00:02 UTC

USA — Chickpeas Successfully Grown in Simulated Moon Soil
Scientists at UT Austin and Texas A&M harvested chickpeas from simulated lunar regolith using vermicompost and symbiotic fungi. Mixtures up to 75% moon dirt produced viable crops. A cotton wick irrigation system was developed for root hydration.
🔗 Source: UT Austin News (utexas.edu) / Scientific Reports journal
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10 ways that future urban living will be greener
From carbon-negative homes to people-powered street lights, new innovations are transforming urban living
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2026-04-14 18:00:01 UTC

Primark debuts adaptive clothing line designed by and for disabled people
“Everyone needs choice, everyone dresses differently, and everyone has the right to self expression,” the designer said.
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Brazil — Indigenous Activists Halt Amazon Waterway Industrialization
River defenders forced Brazil's government into a policy U-turn after occupying a Cargill grain terminal. The campaign prevented the dredging and privatization of the Tapajós River for soy shipments, protecting Indigenous territories and biodiversity.
🔗 Source: Positive News / Federation of Indigenous Peoples
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2026-04-13 12:00:01 UTC

The prisoners flipping the script on stage
A theatre project brings prisoners to the stage, challenging how society sees them – and how they see themselves
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2026-04-12 18:00:02 UTC

Amid energy market turmoil, the people taking power into their own hands
Communities are showing how clean power can be local, affordable and owned by the people who use it
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2026-04-12 12:00:02 UTC

Pakistan — Grassroots Climate Adaptation Without "Optics"
Communities in northern Pakistan practice glacier grafting, Miyawaki urban forests, traditional zero-carbon architecture, bamboo floating wetlands, and permaculture. These low-tech solutions are happening without international attention but often outperform expensive climate projects.
🔗 Source: The Nation (Pakistan)
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2026-04-11 18:00:01 UTC

Vietnam — First Southeast Asian Nation to Regulate AI
Vietnam passed legislation requiring AI-generated content labeling and chatbot disclosure. The country became the region's first to place safeguards on artificial intelligence technology, demonstrating how developing nations can lead on tech governance.
🔗 Source: Positive News
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2026-04-11 12:00:02 UTC

‘Turning a moment of loss into something hopeful’
Britain’s felled Sycamore Gap tree is being transformed into a public artwork – and citizens are invited to have their say
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2026-04-10 18:00:01 UTC

10 ways that future urban living will be greener
From carbon-negative homes to people-powered street lights, new innovations are transforming urban living
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2026-04-10 12:00:04 UTC

Activists use sports mascots to fund conservation of real animals
A new study found that 727 professional sports teams across 50 countries use wild animals in their branding. The most popular species (lions, tigers, and wolves) face threats in the wild.
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What went right this week: renewables-1; oil-0, plus more
Events strengthened the case for renewables, Croatia eliminated landmines, an ‘extinct’ species returned to England, and more
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The prisoners flipping the script on stage
A theatre project brings prisoners to the stage, challenging how society sees them – and how they see themselves
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2026-04-03 18:00:01 UTC

Amid energy market turmoil, the people taking power into their own hands
Communities are showing how clean power can be local, affordable and owned by the people who use it
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‘Turning a moment of loss into something hopeful’
Britain’s felled Sycamore Gap tree is being transformed into a public artwork – and citizens are invited to have their say
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2026-04-01 18:00:01 UTC

The prisoners flipping the script on stage
A theatre project brings prisoners to the stage, challenging how society sees them – and how they see themselves
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What went right this week: renewables-1; oil-0, plus more
Events strengthened the case for renewables, Croatia eliminated landmines, an ‘extinct’ species returned to England, and more
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2026-03-30 18:00:01 UTC

‘Turning a moment of loss into something hopeful’
Britain’s felled Sycamore Gap tree is being transformed into a public artwork – and citizens are invited to have their say
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What went right this week: renewables-1; oil-0, plus more
Events strengthened the case for renewables, Croatia eliminated landmines, an ‘extinct’ species returned to England, and more
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2026-03-22 19:00:04 UTC

‘Turning a moment of loss into something hopeful’
Britain’s felled Sycamore Gap tree is being transformed into a public artwork – and citizens are invited to have their say
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2026-03-22 13:00:03 UTC

10 ways that future urban living will be greener
From carbon-negative homes to people-powered street lights, new innovations are transforming urban living
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2026-03-21 19:00:01 UTC

The prisoners flipping the script on stage
A theatre project brings prisoners to the stage, challenging how society sees them – and how they see themselves
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2026-03-21 13:00:01 UTC

Amid energy market turmoil, the people taking power into their own hands
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2026-03-15 18:45:32 UTC

Olivia Rodrigo's new music video was filmed by child filmmakers
Rising filmmakers got the opportunity to direct segments of Olivia Rodrigo's latest music video through a youth program.
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2026-03-15 18:45:28 UTC

Instead of leaving people in the cold, Minneapolis just opened its first 24/7 shelter
Minneapolis has opened its first 24/7 shelter, providing warmth and safety for those in need during cold weather.
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2026-03-15 18:45:24 UTC

A record number of Oscar-nominated films acknowledge indigenous contributors
For the first time, a record number of Oscar-nominated films this year have properly acknowledged indigenous contributors in their credits.
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2026-03-15 18:45:19 UTC

Good News This Week: March 14, 2026 - Vultures, Crosswalks, & Ponytails
Researchers combining drones and AI for land mines, Paris pollution drop, Paris Hilton's $1M fund, and more positive news highlights.
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2026-03-15 11:11:50 UTC

Romania bottle scheme success
Romania's deposit return scheme for drink bottles has been so successful that the country is aiming for near-zero plastic bottle litter.
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2026-03-15 11:11:47 UTC

Heat pumps debunked
A new UK study shows heat pumps can cut energy use by up to two-thirds while easing pressure on the grid.
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2026-03-15 11:11:44 UTC

Kimi Antonelli wins first F1 race
Kimi Antonelli took his first Formula 1 victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, leading Mercedes to a one-two finish.
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2026-03-15 11:11:41 UTC

William shares unseen photo of Princess Diana
Prince William shared a previously unseen photo of his mother on Mother's Day with the caption: remembering my mother, today and every day.
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2026-03-15 00:47:19 UTC

Teenager invents device to clean oceans from plastic
A 17-year-old student from Sweden has created an autonomous drone that collects microplastics from ocean surfaces. The solar-powered device can operate for months without maintenance.
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2026-03-15 00:41:30 UTC

Library opens 24/7 study space for students
The city's main public library now offers round-the-clock study rooms for students. The initiative came after local teens petitioned the city council. Free coffee and WiFi are included.
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2026-03-14 22:31:54 UTC

🌟 Good News: Doctors successfully remove tumor using new laser technique