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A groundbreaking gene therapy that transforms white blood cells into a powerful “living drug” has shown remarkable success in reversing certain blood cancers that were previously considered untreatable. This innovative treatment approach, backed by research funded by Blood Cancer UK, marks a significant milestone in cancer therapy. At Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) and King’s… Continue reading Revolutionary therapy treats ‘untreatable’ blood cancer

Despite the existential threats facing humanity today, celebrated author Ian McEwan believes the future remains firmly within our control. Recently, at their home in the Cotswolds, McEwan and his wife Annalena experimented with the AI program Soniva Music. They asked it to transform Philip Larkin’s well-known poem ‘This Be The Verse’ into a country music… Continue reading ‘We just have to stop doing bad things and do good things’

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

A new anthology brings together writers who have personally experienced homelessness, offering a powerful collection of stories that challenge common views on poverty and hardship. This project unites both emerging and established voices to share perspectives often unheard, highlighting resilience and the multifaceted nature of life affected by adversity. Titled *More Than One Story*, the… Continue reading New anthology rewrites the story of homelessness

At just 27 years old, Jazz Turner from Seaford, East Sussex, has recently achieved a remarkable feat by sailing solo around the UK and Ireland. Despite facing a grim prognosis due to an incurable condition called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, she has refused to let her health challenges deter her from pursuing her dreams. Diagnosed ten years… Continue reading Life after: a terminal diagnosis

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The text you shared features stories about people working in the offshore wind industry, highlighting their roles, experiences, and passion for their work. Here’s a summary of the two main profiles featured in your excerpt: — ### Grzegorz Kędzierski – Commissioning Engineer – Nicknamed “Greg,” he works at heights on offshore wind turbines, some reaching… Continue reading The energy inside: three people powering the green transition

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

Positive News has launched a new five-part podcast series titled *The Purpose Pioneers*, which highlights leaders who are driving meaningful change by prioritizing purpose over profit. The series delves into the real-life stories of individuals who are redefining success through their commitment to values and social impact, exploring what it means to translate ideals into… Continue reading Positive News launches new podcast about people turning ideals into action

A comprehensive study encompassing nearly 14 million children across England has brought to light that Covid-19 infection poses a significantly greater risk of heart-related complications than receiving the vaccine. This finding contrasts concerns often raised about vaccine safety and highlights the dangers associated with the virus itself. The persistence of misinformation about Covid-19 remains a… Continue reading Mass UK study debunks Covid vaccine myth