Category: Positive News

English singer-songwriter Sam Ryder emphasizes the significance of forging one’s own path, gaining wisdom from surfing, and embracing the art of letting go. Reflecting on his journey as a musician, Ryder acknowledges that comparison to others is futile as each individual’s path is unique. He highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and focusing… Continue reading Life lessons: Sam Ryder on what life so far has taught him

A group of bereaved families from Israel and Palestine are coming together to transform their pain into a powerful force for peace. Despite being physically and metaphorically separated by a wall, these families are bonded by the unimaginable loss of a child. This grassroots movement, known as the Parents Circle – Families Forum (PCFF), is… Continue reading Where peace begins, the bereaved parents bringing hope to a divided land

A ground-breaking smartphone has emerged, claiming to automatically block nude content in efforts to create a safer online environment for children. Human Mobile Devices (HMD) from Finland has introduced the Fuse handset, equipped with parental controls such as location tracking, screen time limits, app blocking, and trusted contact whitelisting. Initially starting as a “brick” with… Continue reading The smartphone for children that blocks porn

A recent study conducted by King’s College London has found that visiting galleries may have a positive impact on health by reducing stress levels and inflammation. The research involved 50 volunteers who were split into two groups – one visited a gallery while the other group viewed reproductions of artwork in a non-gallery setting. Participants’… Continue reading ‘Art is good for you’: how going to a gallery can boost our health

In response to our call for stories of transformative struggles, a multitude of individuals shared their experiences dealing with physical challenges, mental obstacles, and poignant moments of personal growth. The narratives ranged from confronting abusers and becoming empowered, to giving birth without pain relief, and finding strength in parenthood. One individual from Spain shared the… Continue reading The most challenging thing you’ve ever done – and what you learned from it

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mental problems, evidence suggests The burden of mental illness in the US has decreased in recent years, a new study indicates.  The report, published in The Lancet Psychiatry, analysed data from the national healthcare surveys between 2015 and 2023. It found that the prevalence of serious psychological distress and major depression dropped from 4.8% to… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

A Minnesota company, REM5 STUDIOS, in collaboration with the Gates Foundation and the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), is revolutionizing the way stories about global health are shared. Led by director of engagement Brian Skalak, the team is using virtual reality (VR) to provide immersive experiences that shed light on the challenges of vaccine delivery… Continue reading How virtual reality is helping people see the life-saving power of vaccines

Beneath our feet lies one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth. Teeming with microbes, fungi, earthworms, insects and the extensive root systems of plants, soil is estimated to be home to more than half of the planet’s biodiversity. It holds nearly 80% of the total carbon found in terrestrial ecosystems – but it’s in… Continue reading ‘We found 23,000 worms!’ The soil project bringing life back to the land

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