Category: Positive News

Positive News has launched a seven-week initiative aimed at engaging its audience and broader community to examine what truly matters to people and how the media can foster a healthier connection with the world. This listening project seeks to understand public values and rethink the role journalism plays in reflecting those priorities. News outlets regularly… Continue reading What if the news reflected what matters most to you?

Here are summaries of the positive news stories from your provided content: 1. **Gazan sisters win award for construction innovation** Despite living in a tent after their home was bombed, two sisters from Gaza—Tala Mousa (17) and Farah Mousa (15)—developed a method to recycle rubble from destroyed buildings into reusable blocks. These blocks are non-load-bearing… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

Joan Scourfield’s journey from grief to forgiveness is a powerful example of healing made possible through restorative justice. After losing her son James to a fatal assault, Joan has now found herself standing alongside the man responsible for his death, speaking publicly about the importance of forgiveness and change. James was just 28 years old… Continue reading Life after: confronting a killer

For many young carers in the UK, daily life is dominated by adult responsibilities and feelings of social isolation. Despite their youth, these children take on the demanding task of caring for family members, which often leaves little time for the carefree joys usually associated with childhood. However, each year, the Young Carers Festival offers… Continue reading ‘It’s so full of love’, the festival for young carers

Ellie Simmonds OBE, Paralympic gold medallist and broadcaster, is showing her support for World Celebration Day, a global event dedicated to recognising those who positively influence our lives. Reflecting on the experiences that have shaped her journey from elite athlete to life beyond competitive sport, Ellie shares the important lessons she’s learned and the special… Continue reading Life lessons: Ellie Simmonds on what life so far has taught her

On the occasion of his 100th birthday, we reflect on some memorable remarks from the esteemed broadcaster and natural historian. Throughout his life, he expressed a profound connection to the natural world and its significance. He once remarked on the irony of television fame, saying, “You know, it’s a terrible thing to appear on television,… Continue reading 15 of the best quotes from Sir David Attenborough

It looks like you’ve shared excerpts from several positive environmental news stories. Here’s a summary of the key points from each: 1. **Amsterdam Outlaws Fossil Fuel Ads** – Amsterdam is the first capital city to ban advertisements for high-carbon products, including meat, flights, and internal combustion engine cars. – The ban started on 1 May… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

In the face of growing concern about environmental issues, a Dutch nonprofit is pioneering a river-focused approach to significantly reduce plastic pollution in the world’s oceans within a few decades. Founded by inventor Boyan Slat, this organisation is committed to intercepting plastic waste before it reaches ocean waters, utilizing innovative technology installed in key rivers… Continue reading Young inventor plans to stop 90% of floating sea plastic by 2040

During the vibrant and hopeful 1990s, electronic music pioneer Moby crafted songs that defined the soundtrack of a generation’s formative years. Now, three decades later and facing a world marked by uncertainty and unease, his latest album reflects how music serves as a source of tranquility amid his lifelong struggle with anxiety. The 1990s offered… Continue reading ‘Almost life-saving’, Moby on the healing power of sound

Innovative leaders in the clean technology sector are transforming discarded equipment into valuable resources for the future of energy. Their blend of creativity, foresight, and determination is enabling the reuse of yesterday’s hardware to power tomorrow’s sustainable energy systems. One such example is Connected Energy (CE), a Norfolk-based company that specialises in repurposing electric vehicle… Continue reading Second act: the pioneers giving green tech a new spin