Author: Sarah LaBrecque

Here is a summary of the three news highlights you shared: 1. **Eastern Imperial Eagle Population Recovery in Serbia** – The eastern imperial eagle, once reduced to a single breeding pair in Serbia in 2017, is now seeing a population increase. – The species suffered due to habitat loss from intensive agriculture and poisonings aimed… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

At Positive News, managing multiple roles within a small team is a daily reality. This brings a mix of benefits, such as variety, independence, and opportunities to explore projects that might be out of reach in larger organisations. However, every new initiative must also prove its worth before moving forward. When the idea of launching… Continue reading Behind the scenes of The Purpose Pioneers podcast

Lyndsay Mitcheson, the founder of Neo Walk, a company specializing in walking sticks, is among a determined group of entrepreneurs, researchers, and advocates advancing the cause of female-led businesses in York and North Yorkshire. Their collective efforts are aimed at overcoming the significant hurdles women face when starting and growing businesses in the region. Entrepreneurship… Continue reading The researchers reshaping the future of women-led business in Yorkshire

Every medal earned at the British Transplant Games symbolizes more than just athletic achievement; it represents a profound journey marked by survival and the generosity of organ donors. Competitors participate not solely for personal glory but as a tribute to those who gave them a renewed chance at life through Read the full article on… Continue reading A second chance for first place at the British Transplant Games

Small changes can sometimes lead to widespread, transformative effects. Climate scientist Tim Lenton explores this phenomenon in his new book *Positive Tipping Points*, illustrating how certain thresholds, once passed, can set off irreversible momentum toward positive environmental transformation. Lenton, a researcher at the University of Exeter with extensive experience studying climate tipping points, uses analogies… Continue reading Four positive tipping points that could trigger unstoppable change

ding and suggests galleries might offer new avenues by which we can directly influence our physical health.” Enjoy our seasonal content? From November, purchase a Christmas gift subscription to Positive News magazine, for the first 1,000 subscribers, at just £25. This price is only available to the first 1,000 subscribers, so ensure you get in… Continue reading Slow Christmas: four ways to reject the rush and reclaim the calm

In the 1840s, Britain was facing dire circumstances with poor sanitation, expensive and low-quality food, and overcrowded housing. With the looming threat of another epidemic after cholera had already claimed 50,000 lives in the UK, the economic situation was dire, leading to starvation in certain areas. Recognizing the need for change, a group of 28… Continue reading Co-operative business: a recipe for resilience in turbulent times

f__content”> Art project highlights human impact on biodiversity A fusion of art and science is helping to draw attention to the global biodiversity crisis. An exhibition called Figures in Extinction 1.0 is based on the findings of Dutch marine biologist and oceanographer Dr Marcel G J Stive. Using data gathered over 40 years, Stive has… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters