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In honour of International Women’s Day, Positive News reached out to their readers to share what women made a difference in their lives. The community offered a broad range of responses, from family members to women in public positions. Mothers were the most commonly mentioned people as they have influenced the majority of lives more… Continue reading The women that inspire you, by Positive News readers

This year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) theme is “Invest in women, accelerate progress.” Women can play a crucial role in addressing global issues, especially climate change. Studies show that increasing female representation in national governments leads to more stringent climate policies and lower emissions, while enfranchising women in natural resource management is linked to better… Continue reading Tell us about a woman who inspires you

In a world ravaged by war, climate change, political instability, and societal problems of all kinds, it’s easy to feel helpless and overwhelmed. Positive News, an alternative news outlet, remains committed to providing a more positive perspective on current affairs. However, the world in 2024 is more challenging than ever, so what can individuals do… Continue reading What’s the most empowering change you’ve made in your life?

Valentine’s Day was celebrated by Positive News readers in a variety of ways this year. Some chose to express their love through cooking, with many promising to showcase their culinary skills for their partners. Others celebrated the day by expressing their love through poetry, songs, and homemade cards. However, being single didn’t stop many from… Continue reading How to spread the love this Valentine’s Day, according to Positive News readers

Valentine’s Day is often dismissed as a “Hallmark holiday” created by marketers to exploit our emotions. However, contrary to popular belief, the holiday has been celebrated for centuries, long before capitalism came into play. The earliest evidence of a Valentine’s letter written in English dates back to 1477, when Margery Brews of Norfolk, England, sent a… Continue reading How do you avoid the Valentine’s Day consumer-fest while celebrating love?

As the new year begins, many people take the opportunity to reflect on their habits and practices in search of ways to improve their mental health and overall wellbeing. Positive News asked its readers to share some of their tried-and-tested rituals and eccentric practices that help them stay grounded and positive. Some readers emphasized the… Continue reading The habits that have most improved your life

The latest Portrait of Britain prize has chosen a diverse and empathetic array of captivating shots. These images, some of which exhibit a warm and uplifting snapshot of Jessikah Inaba, the UK’s first Black and blind female barrister, and an atmospheric capture of a young footballer after training, will be display on digital screens across… Continue reading The everyday extraordinary: highlights from the latest Portrait of Britain prize

Positive News, a newspaper that focused purely on positive and uplifting stories, has celebrated its 30th anniversary. The newspaper launched when people assumed that news was always bad, and was surprised by the emergence of Positive News. It contained no negative stories and instead focused purely on progress and solutions. Today, Positive News is a… Continue reading 30 years of good news that matters: Positive News celebrates milestone year

Dubai is currently hosting COP28, the annual United Nations climate conference. COP, or the Conference of the Parties, is where UN member states meet to assess their progress and make commitments to climate action. This year, over 70,000 people are expected to attend, including world leaders, scientists, business executives, NGOs, and activists. Notably, many fossil… Continue reading All eyes on Dubai: COP28 and what you need to know

This holiday season, instead of engaging in the typical consumerist mindset, readers of Positive News are choosing to celebrate differently. Families are creating new traditions that emphasize togetherness and kindness. For example, one family in Norwich, UK uses a reusable wooden advent calendar filled with personalized messages that encourage charitable donations and outdoor activities. Another… Continue reading You told us: how Positive News readers challenge rampant consumerism