Category: Positive News

A newly established £12.4 million innovation fund has been introduced with the goal of making foster care in England more adaptable, inclusive, and aligned with contemporary lifestyles. This initiative forms part of the government’s broader commitment to increase the number of foster care placements by 10,000 during the current parliamentary session, responding to the decline… Continue reading A new way into fostering

The British singer-songwriter shares insights on managing road rage, overcoming an apple juice obsession, and embracing the philosophy of “controlling the controllables.” Her typical morning begins with a double espresso shot, followed by exercise—either running or a gym session—and then some time listening to NTS radio. After that, she prepares eggs and journals, keeping this… Continue reading Life lessons: Arlo Parks on what life so far has taught her

A new initiative is bringing famous artworks into public spaces to make art more accessible to local communities. Reproductions of iconic pieces by celebrated artists such as Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, JMW Turner, and Vincent van Gogh are now on display in prominent locations around Croydon, a London suburb. The project aims to integrate these… Continue reading Monet for nothing: the famous artworks cheering up UK high streets

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