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?
Author: Positive News
The habits that have most improved your life
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 everyday extraordinary: highlights from the latest Portrait of Britain prize
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
30 years of good news that matters: Positive News celebrates milestone year
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
All eyes on Dubai: COP28 and what you need to know
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
You told us: how Positive News readers challenge rampant consumerism
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
The ‘Queen of small business’ whose mission is to restore the joy in Christmas – and the humanness in retail
As the founder of Notonthehighstreet.com and the curated marketplace Holly & Co, Holly Tucker is a busy woman, especially around the festive season. In addition to overseeing her B Corp retail platform, she is leading the way in creating a more colourful and ethical alternative to Black Friday while sharing tips on how to make… Continue reading The ‘Queen of small business’ whose mission is to restore the joy in Christmas – and the humanness in retail
How do you challenge or avoid consumerism?
With the arrival of Black Friday and the lead up to Christmas, consumerism is in full swing. But for those looking to avoid the shopping frenzy, it can be overwhelming and challenging to know where to start. So, what alternative approaches can you take? Whether you refuse to buy into the consumerist culture altogether or… Continue reading How do you challenge or avoid consumerism?
Making a comeback: the ‘lost’ species returning to Britain
Rewilders in the United Kingdom are reintroducing previously extinct species to the nation in the absence of leadership from the government. The UK is one of the most nature-depleted nations globally. Recently reintroduced species include the beaver, which has reappeared in areas across England and Scotland due to a combination of official trials and unofficial… Continue reading Making a comeback: the ‘lost’ species returning to Britain
The woman who turned her apartment into a hummingbird hospital
Catia Lattouf’s apartment in Mexico City is home to several sick hummingbirds. According to an ancient Mayan legend, anyone who cages a hummingbird is cursed by the gods. Therefore, Lattouf allows these tiny creatures to flit around freely within her apartment, their wings a blur as they beat the air about 50 times a second.… Continue reading The woman who turned her apartment into a hummingbird hospital