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and-half–item”> California invests in ‘equitable’ drinking water Access to clean drinking water is set to improve for underserved Californians following the approval of a budget the state has heralded for its equity-focused water investments.  The $1.5bn funding package was agreed by governor Gavin Newsom and lawmakers in late August and will support efforts to clean… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

Consuming a plant-based diet could reduce the risk of developing cancer by up to a quarter, according to scientists.  A review of more than 40 studies suggested that those who followed predominantly plant-based diets – including vegetarian and vegan diets – had a lower risk of developing cancer compared to those who consumed meat and… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

Image: Mark Paton } Zambia becomes first country in Africa to trial universal basic income Zambia is currently trialling a universal basic income pilot in a bid to reduce poverty and inequality. Starting in January 2022, 48,000 people in eight district will receive a regular cash payment for a fixed period of time. The programme… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

“This is the natural progression in our business journey,” said managing director Gary Grant. “We have always embraced change and I’m confident this is the right way to structure our business for the future.” Employee ownership has been shown to boost productivity, increase innovation, and improve employee wellbeing. Research by the Employee Ownership Association found… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

Moving gracefully together towards the skatepark, Asha Gond and Puti showcase the strength of India’s growing female skateboarding community. In a sport traditionally dominated by males, female skaters worldwide have faced challenges breaking into the scene. However, the obstacles are even greater in India’s patriarchal society. Despite this, Gond stood as the lone female skater… Continue reading Board meeting: the award-winning photograph of India’s female skateboarders

offset your carbon footprint by using public transportation or reducing your meat intake. Break goals down into smaller actions, advises Sheri Johnson, founder of inner well-being hub HappiHabits. “This makes them more achievable, and the chance of success greater.”  Image: Chinnapong Read the full article on Positive News here: Read More

UK government pledges to upgrade all homes by 2050 The UK government has pledged to upgrade every home in the country to meet modern energy efficiency standards by 2050. The plan was announced by housing secretary Michael Gove, who said that the initiative would help to tackle fuel poverty and reduce carbon emissions. It is… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

Engineer Matt Andrews describes his experience installing solar panels on the Sea Life Scarborough building as “like kitesurfing on a roof.” The unique pyramid-shaped aquarium presented an engineering challenge due to its shape and significance to the local community. Andrews and his team faced public scrutiny and pressure to ensure a perfect installation on such… Continue reading Shining examples: the renewable engineering marvels reshaping skylines

dented richness and detail of UK Biobank’s imaging data provides a unique opportunity to understand the causes of diseases and to identify new and better ways to prevent and treat them,” said UK Biobank’s principal imaging scientist, Jim Ffytche.. Image: iStock Read the full article on Positive News here: Read More

In Paris, residents are once again taking a dip in the Seine River after years of extensive clean-up efforts. The city’s iconic river is now swim-friendly for the first time in over a century, thanks to a significant overhaul of the sewage system that was proposed back in the 1980s. Lifeguards are overseeing swimmers in… Continue reading Urban swimming: six European cities that revived river bathing