Tag: Positive News

f-and-half__image” alt=””> Zaytoun Palestinian Medjoul Dates Medjoul dates are often referred to as the ‘king of dates’ and for good reason. These succulent and sweet fruits are grown in Palestine by farmers working with Zaytoun, a Community Interest Company (CIC) set up in 2004 to create a market for Palestinian goods. At a time when… Continue reading Five Fairtrade-certified products you didn’t know you could buy

rgin–flex” style=”width:70% !important;”> The club’s Facebook group, which now counts more than 1.7 million ‘dullsters’ worldwide, sees thousands of posts a day It transpires that Carson and Click are one and the same. Click is in fact Carson’s duller alter ego. “I have Grover do things that maybe I wouldn’t necessarily do,” Carson confesses. “Barry… Continue reading Born to be mild, celebrating banality with the Dull Men’s Club

These three innovative projects are offering offenders a chance to rebuild their lives and reshape their future through various opportunities. From brewing beer to designing streetwear and earning law degrees, these initiatives are providing individuals with the tools they need to start anew. Tap Social, an Oxford-based social enterprise brewery, is known for its ‘criminally… Continue reading Three UK projects that offer offenders a second chance

expensive,” said study co-leader Dr Jonas Jonsson. “It’s unique that a very low dose of a drug can be so effective in preventing relapse in one of the worst forms of cancer.”  Image: Danilo Alvesd Plant-based diet reduces risk of cognitive decline A plant-based diet is linked to a 14% lower risk of cognitive decline,… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

A resurgence of land defenders is emerging in various parts of the world, from war zones to inner-city London. These individuals are spearheading efforts to reclaim soil, space, and power through community gardens and regenerative actions. The significance of a garden and the land it occupies cannot be overstated, especially at a time when access… Continue reading From war zones to city plots, grassroots growers are transforming land and lives

The comedian and writer opens up about his daily routine, his optimistic outlook tempered by reality, and his quirks including a dislike for cheese and onion crisps and a love for dogs. His morning starts with hugging his dogs, drinking coffee, and reading about the pursuit of happiness. Despite his upbeat nature, he admits to… Continue reading Life lessons: Dom Joly on what life so far has taught him

Nigel Bromage had a tumultuous journey spanning almost twenty years as a prominent figure in the British far-right movement. From being a member of the openly neo-Nazi organization Combat 18, to denouncing his past filled with hatred, he embarked on a mission to prevent others from treading a similar path. An organization called Small Steps… Continue reading Life after: Being a leader in the far right

New South African clinic offers hope for amputees A clinical facility billed as the most advanced in the southern hemisphere for amputees has opened in South Africa.   The Amputee Rehabilitation Centre, in the city of Johannesburg, provides state-of-the-art prosthetics that use sensors to detect changes in muscle activity and weight distribution, enabling wearers to walk… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news that matters

In a world dominated by fast fashion, the Red Dress project stands out as an antithesis to the industry’s norms. This silk dress, meticulously embroidered over 14 years by 380 individuals from 51 countries, boasts an estimated billion and a half stitches. Guinness World Records 2026 will officially recognize it as the largest collaborative embroidery… Continue reading The world in a dress: the project with 1.5 billion stitches

her’s thus far on the journey of the group, Greenwell reflects on the rapid embrace of their message. “I was also really taken by how the simple act of joining the group made people feel better, whether or not they decided to delay giving their child a phone – it was a decision that made… Continue reading Smartphone Free Childhood: the unstoppable rise of a culture-shifting campaign