Author: Robin Eveleigh

Kenyan smallholder farmers have experienced significant improvements in their agricultural output and soil health thanks to a grassroots regenerative agriculture program. Spearheaded by the charity Farm Africa, this initiative focuses on empowering farmers by reducing their dependency on chemicals and decreasing the risk of crop failure. Since its inception in 2017, Farm Africa’s Strengthening Regenerative… Continue reading Regenerative agriculture sows success in Kenya

Drawing inspiration from the ocean’s inhabitants, inventors have developed a novel filter to capture microplastics released during laundry cycles. This innovation addresses a significant environmental concern, where synthetic clothes shed millions of tiny fibres each time they are washed, contributing heavily to ocean pollution. Microplastics from household laundry are now recognized as a leading cause… Continue reading Fish biology inspires laundry microplastics clean up

The passage describes Yeo Valley Organic’s efforts to establish a baseline of biodiversity on their farm using a long-term survey devised by ecologist Patrick Hancock. Hancock chose four indicator species—dung beetles, skylarks, hazel dormice, and adders—to measure the health and progress of the farm’s ecosystem. These species were selected because they represent various aspects of… Continue reading How species spotting took hold of a rural community

Underwater telecommunications infrastructure is being repurposed as a novel conservation tool to protect vulnerable marine mammals. Researchers are now utilizing fibre optic cables laid on the ocean floor to gain valuable insights into the behavior and movement of some of the most endangered sea species. A team from the University of Washington has deployed 1.25… Continue reading Web of undersea cables poised to become marine observatory

Could attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) be less about a lack of attention and more about a heightened form of curiosity? This intriguing idea is the focus of a new study that aims to rethink how ADHD is perceived, with potential implications for education. ADHD is commonly linked with impulsivity and rapid-fire thoughts, but researcher… Continue reading Rethinking ADHD as ‘hypercuriosity’

Here is a summary of the content you provided from the Positive News article sections: — **Green tech powers China’s economic boom** – Electric vehicles (EVs), solar power, and other green technologies significantly boosted China’s economic growth in 2025. – An analysis by Carbon Brief found clean energy sectors drove more than a third of… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

Grace Olson, a therapist and author based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, has uncovered an unexpected means of promoting emotional healing through her flock of pet sheep. Initially trained in equine-assisted therapy—which involves engaging with horses through simple care activities to encourage confidence and emotional well-being—Olson found that her therapy work took an unusual turn thanks… Continue reading Shear comfort, the sheep helping people unload their worries

A new anthology brings together writers who have personally experienced homelessness, offering a powerful collection of stories that challenge common views on poverty and hardship. This project unites both emerging and established voices to share perspectives often unheard, highlighting resilience and the multifaceted nature of life affected by adversity. Titled *More Than One Story*, the… Continue reading New anthology rewrites the story of homelessness

A comprehensive study encompassing nearly 14 million children across England has brought to light that Covid-19 infection poses a significantly greater risk of heart-related complications than receiving the vaccine. This finding contrasts concerns often raised about vaccine safety and highlights the dangers associated with the virus itself. The persistence of misinformation about Covid-19 remains a… Continue reading Mass UK study debunks Covid vaccine myth

Here’s a summary of the positive habits and ideas presented in your content, along with the images and sources referenced: — ### Make the Commute a Mindfulness Ritual – Use your journey to reconnect with your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings. – Avoid headphones and screens; pay attention to sights, sounds, and smells. – Incorporate breathing… Continue reading New Year resolutions that reconnect us