For the love of: Psychedelic therapy

For the love of: Psychedelic therapy

After being BBC Persia’s lead anchor for 15 years, Rana Rahimpour is now retraining as a psychedelic therapist after being plagued by threats and intimidation from the Iranian regime. The constant stream of bad news has led her to question the impact of crises on people’s mental health and wonder whether many people are becoming… Continue reading For the love of: Psychedelic therapy

What went right this week: the good news you should know about

What went right this week: the good news you should know about

Five amazing news stories have come to light this week that will surely boost our spirits. Firstly, a new cancer test could revolutionize early detection. Novelna’s newest gamechanging blood test can identify 18 different early-stage cancers. In trials, the test detected 93% of cancer cases in men and 84% in women in early stages. The… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news you should know about

Chris Packham the ‘punk optimist’, and greening sport. Plus what else to expect in the new issue of Positive News

Chris Packham the ‘punk optimist’, and greening sport. Plus what else to expect in the new issue of Positive News

Positive News magazine’s latest issue features interviews with a range of individuals who, despite their vulnerability towards despair, have found purpose and positivity. Environmental campaigner Chris Packham admits that hearing about affronts to nature can shake his sense of hope, while campaigner for flexible working Anna Whitehouse worries about the world her children will inherit.… Continue reading Chris Packham the ‘punk optimist’, and greening sport. Plus what else to expect in the new issue of Positive News

Wanted: young people to conserve Britain’s oceans (and get paid)

Wanted: young people to conserve Britain’s oceans (and get paid)

A new social enterprise has been launched in the UK to address the twin problems of poverty in coastal communities and the protection of the nearby ocean. The Sea Ranger Service trains young people from primarily deprived seaside regions to become ocean conservationists while providing them with a salary. Founder Wietse van der Werf said… Continue reading Wanted: young people to conserve Britain’s oceans (and get paid)

The habits that have most improved your life

The habits that have most improved your life

As the new year begins, many people take the opportunity to reflect on their habits and practices in search of ways to improve their mental health and overall wellbeing. Positive News asked its readers to share some of their tried-and-tested rituals and eccentric practices that help them stay grounded and positive. Some readers emphasized the… Continue reading The habits that have most improved your life

The everyday extraordinary: highlights from the latest Portrait of Britain prize

The everyday extraordinary: highlights from the latest Portrait of Britain prize

The latest Portrait of Britain prize has chosen a diverse and empathetic array of captivating shots. These images, some of which exhibit a warm and uplifting snapshot of Jessikah Inaba, the UK’s first Black and blind female barrister, and an atmospheric capture of a young footballer after training, will be display on digital screens across… Continue reading The everyday extraordinary: highlights from the latest Portrait of Britain prize

Eight life-enhancing New Year’s resolutions that you might actually stick to

Eight life-enhancing New Year’s resolutions that you might actually stick to

As the new year starts, it’s tempting to try and overhaul our lives and adopt drastic new habits. But often, those crash diets and expensive gym memberships end up abandoned by February. Instead, try incorporating these habits into your routine – simple changes that can help boost your wellbeing and creativity. 1. Adding new tools… Continue reading Eight life-enhancing New Year’s resolutions that you might actually stick to

Really wild diets are found to boost foragers’ health

Really wild diets are found to boost foragers’ health

A citizen science study conducted by The Wildbiome Project indicates that integrating foraged food into the diet can lead to improved gut health, BMI and blood sugar. The study documented the progress of 26 UK foragers who consumed a 100% wild diet for a period of one to three months during spring 2023. The project… Continue reading Really wild diets are found to boost foragers’ health

Young, gifted and green. The ‘green grads’ designing the future

Young, gifted and green. The ‘green grads’ designing the future

Green Grads, a project aimed at showcasing the works of design graduates committed to addressing environmental problems, has served as a platform for over 150 talented individuals across various disciplines for three years. It highlights their projects on sustainability, waste and pollution, circular production, biophilia, biodiversity and related themes. Among those who have featured in… Continue reading Young, gifted and green. The ‘green grads’ designing the future

The rise of job centres for neurodivergent people

The rise of job centres for neurodivergent people

Recruitment agencies that specialize in supporting neurodivergent job-seekers are gaining attention thanks to the benefits of employing individuals with conditions including dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and autism. These individuals process information differently, meaning they might excel in certain roles that others may not. In the UK, for example, less than 30% of… Continue reading The rise of job centres for neurodivergent people