Category: Positive News

In a world facing environmental challenges, the prospects for wildlife populations can seem bleak. From climate crisis to habitat destruction, the threats are numerous and dire. However, amidst the gloom, there are silver linings that offer hope and inspiration for conservation efforts globally. The Rewilding Futures conference held in Cambridge this year showcased numerous success… Continue reading Resurgent tuna and rebounding elephants: the dogged conservation efforts bearing fruit

In an innovative blend of music and nature, musician Ellie Wilson has created a captivating composition called Moth x Human, inspired by moth flight data. Wilson’s piece, commissioned by producer and charity Oxford Contemporary Music with support from the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, made its debut at the Bradford 2025 UK City of… Continue reading Violinist composes music from moth flight data to highlight insect decline

ring treatment for the disease has reduced by 91%, from 100 million to 9.1 million, since 2015. In addition, 11 countries have eliminated the condition since the launch of the WHO’s Global Alliance for the Elimination of Trachoma by 2020. Trachoma can lead to debilitating eyelid scarring and ulceration, and is responsible for the visual… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

A new art museum focusing on migration has recently opened its doors in Rotterdam, in the vicinity where Albert Einstein sought refuge and embarked on a new journey to the United States. The Fenix museum is a pivotal part of the revitalization project in the Katendrecht neighborhood, previously known for Rotterdam’s red-light district and Europe’s… Continue reading A museum on the move: new institution captures human stories of migration

margin”> “The festival created opportunities for people to explore the breadth of our coastline and to reflect on their personal connection to it,” said artistic director Ali Pretty. “We have lived alongside the sea for millennia and are only now beginning to understand how we have shaped and been shaped by it.” Kinetika is now… Continue reading Waves of creativity bring the UK coastline to life in Beach of Dreams project

Síofra Caherty embarked on a mission to create a basic white tee with complete traceability and discovered the intricate yet rewarding world of ethical fashion. The simple white T-shirt, a staple in many wardrobes, with over 2bn sold globally each year, is predominantly made from 100% cotton. However, when Caherty, a sustainable bags designer from… Continue reading Anything but basic: why one designer took two years to make the perfect white T-shirt

ccessfully settling into their new home,” said Emmanuel de Merode, director of Virunga National Park.  The reintroduction was a collaboration between the park, Gorilla Doctors and the Congolese Wildlife Authority, with support from the U.S.-based charity Global Wildlife Conservation. The gorillas were rescued by authorities in the DRC in 2019 during a sting operation to… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

, however, Nijsse notes: it’s more efficient to leave a battery partly charged than to discharge it fully, so EV batteries might not be fully available for grid services. Get Positive News delivered to your door, plus a range of gifts Support journalism that reports on good things in the world Subscribe here It isn’t… Continue reading ‘It’s a virtuous spiral, and it’s just beginning’: electric vehicles as mini power plants

The morning routine of the founder of ethical fashion brand Community Clothing involves tending to his pigs, Hazel and Acorn, before heading to the factory in Blackburn. Here, he engages in the ritual of exchanging greetings with the shopfloor staff, indicating a sense of normalcy and connection within the workplace. This routine sets the tone… Continue reading Life lessons: Patrick Grant on what life so far has taught him

Sumit Paul-Choudhury, in his latest book, delves into the significance of optimism in various aspects of life. Following the passing of his wife due to ovarian cancer, Paul-Choudhury came to a profound realization about his own optimism. He discovered that embracing optimism not only helped him navigate through his grief but also enabled him to… Continue reading Optimism as action: why looking on the bright side is essential to social progress