Prison that once held suffragists transformed into affordable apartments a century later

Prison that once held suffragists transformed into affordable apartments a century later Good News 19 May 2025
After a $64 million renovation, the Liberty Crest Apartments offer a fresh place to live while still “preserving history.” Prison that once held suffragists transformed into affordable apartments a century later

New 'striking blue' species discovered in the Amazon

New 'striking blue' species discovered in the Amazon Good News 19 May 2025
A stunning new creature caught the eye of explorers as they traversed the Amazon rainforest. New 'striking blue' species discovered in the Amazon

Dry Cleaner Gives Away his Services to Unemployed Folks Headed to Job Interviews: ‘Just Pay it Forward’

Dry Cleaner Gives Away his Services to Unemployed Folks Headed to Job Interviews: ‘Just Pay it Forward’ USA News 19 May 2025
The owner of a California dry cleaner is showing those down on their luck that the community wants them to succeed—so he’s ensuring they look their best as they get ready for their next big break. Dry Cleaner Gives Away his Services to Unemployed Folks Headed to Job Interviews: ‘Just Pay it Forward’

Environmentalist turns trash into postcards for unique Congressional letter-writing campaign

Environmentalist turns trash into postcards for unique Congressional letter-writing campaign Good News 19 May 2025
Instagram creator Emma Dendler called on viewers to “take action with trash” and use a new creative tactic in reaching out to their representatives. Environmentalist turns trash into postcards for unique Congressional letter-writing campaign

Dylan Mulvaney was once a sales associate at Lush. Now, her bath bomb has raised $30K for trans advocacy

Dylan Mulvaney was once a sales associate at Lush. Now, her bath bomb has raised $30K for trans advocacy Good News 19 May 2025
Lush has been a long-time supporter of queer and trans shoppers and employees. Dylan Mulvaney was once a sales associate at Lush. Now, her bath bomb has raised $30K for trans advocacy

‘Hero’ Gamer Thwarts Attack on California School by Reporting Teens Discussing Bombing Intentions Online

‘Hero’ Gamer Thwarts Attack on California School by Reporting Teens Discussing Bombing Intentions Online Heroes News 19 May 2025
For more than a decade, parents were inundated with unsubstantiated claims that violent video games influence children and teens to be violent. Now, from California comes the story of exactly the ‘Hero’ Gamer Thwarts Attack on California School by Reporting Teens Discussing Bombing Intentions Online

Texas Roadhouse Cooks Dog’s Last Meal–Owner Is Blown Away by the Restaurant’s Care

Texas Roadhouse Cooks Dog’s Last Meal–Owner Is Blown Away by the Restaurant’s Care Inspiring News 19 May 2025
From Pennsylvania comes the story of a man who had to make the difficult decision to put down his dog, but who couldn’t believe the sendoff he received from the local Texas Roadhouse. Receiving Texas Roadhouse Cooks Dog’s Last Meal–Owner Is Blown Away by the Restaurant’s Care

This Man Will Listen to You Talk About Anything, Won’t Charge a Dime, and Is Coming to a Town Near You

This Man Will Listen to You Talk About Anything, Won’t Charge a Dime, and Is Coming to a Town Near You Inspiring News 19 May 2025
A former social worker in Canada is enjoying his retirement in a very similar way to how he enjoyed his long career: by listening to people. Likening it to being the “stranger on the This Man Will Listen to You Talk About Anything, Won’t Charge a Dime, and Is Coming to a Town Near You

Good News in History, May 19

Good News in History, May 19 This Day In History News 19 May 2025
Happy Birthday to Pete Townshend who turns 80 today. The English musician, singer-songwriter, and co-founder of The Who. Born in London to musician parents, he taught himself how to play guitar and Good News in History, May 19

Evidence of Ancient 30-foot ‘Sea Monster’ Uncovered by Geologists: A Mosasaur in Mississippi

Evidence of Ancient 30-foot ‘Sea Monster’ Uncovered by Geologists: A Mosasaur in Mississippi Animals News 18 May 2025
Geologists recently unearthed the vertebrae of a giant prehistoric marine lizard during fieldwork. Measuring a full 7 inches across, an extrapolation of that size would place the animal among the Evidence of Ancient 30-foot ‘Sea Monster’ Uncovered by Geologists: A Mosasaur in Mississippi

This Soft Robot Needs Only Physics and Air to Spontaneously Sync and Scoot at Top Speeds

This Soft Robot Needs Only Physics and Air to Spontaneously Sync and Scoot at Top Speeds Science News 18 May 2025
A Dutch robot with neither hardware nor software can nevertheless reach incredible speeds with its soft legs powered only by air and simple physics. Able to walk, hop, and swim without the aid of This Soft Robot Needs Only Physics and Air to Spontaneously Sync and Scoot at Top Speeds

New Species of Bacteria Can Act as Electric Wiring and Aid in Pollution Cleanup – and Much More

New Species of Bacteria Can Act as Electric Wiring and Aid in Pollution Cleanup – and Much More USA News 18 May 2025
There’s something make-believe, almost PokĂ©mon-like in a new species of bacteria found living on a mud flat in Oregon—a species which is basically like electric wiring, and which could inspire New Species of Bacteria Can Act as Electric Wiring and Aid in Pollution Cleanup – and Much More

Study Reveals Vast Aztec Trade Networks Behind Mexico’s Pre-Colombian Obsidian Hoards

Study Reveals Vast Aztec Trade Networks Behind Mexico’s Pre-Colombian Obsidian Hoards World News 18 May 2025
There’s an old saying that if goods are crossing borders, generally soldiers don’t, a saying that new research has shown to be true even in the case of the warlike Aztecs in central Study Reveals Vast Aztec Trade Networks Behind Mexico’s Pre-Colombian Obsidian Hoards

Good News in History, May 18

Good News in History, May 18 This Day In History News 18 May 2025
30 years ago today, Braveheart debuted at the Seattle Film Festival. Featuring Mel Gibson as 13th-century Scottish war hero Sir William Wallace, the film introduced one of Scotland’s seminal Good News in History, May 18

Ethiopians Brew Success as Coffee and Cash Pile Up Thanks to Transformational Sustainable Forestry Program

Ethiopians Brew Success as Coffee and Cash Pile Up Thanks to Transformational Sustainable Forestry Program World News 17 May 2025
The existence and consumption of coffee has many advantages in human society, but perhaps the lesser reported advantage is what it can offer the environment. There is arguably no other monocrop so Ethiopians Brew Success as Coffee and Cash Pile Up Thanks to Transformational Sustainable Forestry Program

Perfect Weather Brought Britain’s Longest Wisteria Vine into Picturesque Bloom – (LOOK)

Perfect Weather Brought Britain’s Longest Wisteria Vine into Picturesque Bloom – (LOOK) Arts & Leisure News 17 May 2025
A perfect conjunction of timing and weather has seen Britain’s longest wisteria vine explode into a colorful cascade of periwinkle blue, violet, and mauve. The breathtaking bush at Wickham Perfect Weather Brought Britain’s Longest Wisteria Vine into Picturesque Bloom – (LOOK)

Good News This Week: May 17, 2025 - Penguins, Wands, & Wheelchairs

Good News This Week: May 17, 2025 - Penguins, Wands, & Wheelchairs Good News 17 May 2025
Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating... Good News This Week: May 17, 2025 - Penguins, Wands, & Wheelchairs

Entrepreneur Transforms Olive Waste into Eco-Friendly Fuel That Cuts CO2 Emission by One-Third

Entrepreneur Transforms Olive Waste into Eco-Friendly Fuel That Cuts CO2 Emission by One-Third Good Earth News 17 May 2025
A Tunisian entrepreneur has found a way to turn the thousands of tons of fruit waste left over from making olive oil into fuel, reducing deforestation and cutting carbon emissions. Negotiating a Entrepreneur Transforms Olive Waste into Eco-Friendly Fuel That Cuts CO2 Emission by One-Third

Your Weekly Horoscope – ‘Free Will Astrology’ by Rob Brezsny

Your Weekly Horoscope – ‘Free Will Astrology’ by Rob Brezsny Horoscopes News 17 May 2025
Our partner Rob Brezsny, who has a new book out, Astrology Is Real: Revelations from My Life as an Oracle, provides his weekly wisdom to enlighten our thinking and motivate our mood. Rob’s Free Will Your Weekly Horoscope – ‘Free Will Astrology’ by Rob Brezsny

Good News in History, May 17

Good News in History, May 17 This Day In History News 17 May 2025
125 years ago today, L. Frank Baum’s first children’s novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was published in the US. The first edition was printed and bound by Baum himself for presentation to Good News in History, May 17

UK Dairy Company Reaches 4 Million Meals Donated – Tackling Hunger AND Food Waste with FareShare

UK Dairy Company Reaches 4 Million Meals Donated – Tackling Hunger AND Food Waste with FareShare World News 16 May 2025
A family-run dairy business has reached a significant milestone this week: MĂŒller UK & Ireland donated the equivalent of four million meals through its partnership with FareShare, an ongoing UK Dairy Company Reaches 4 Million Meals Donated – Tackling Hunger AND Food Waste with FareShare

To alert drinkers to date rape drugs, this college student invented a color-changing straw

To alert drinkers to date rape drugs, this college student invented a color-changing straw Good News 16 May 2025
After Neve Palmeri’s cousin had her drink spiked on vacation, the college student had a “lightbulb moment” on how to prevent another attack. To alert drinkers to date rape drugs, this college student invented a color-changing straw

2,000 people rally to reinstate trans teacher after 'discriminatory' firing — and succeed

2,000 people rally to reinstate trans teacher after 'discriminatory' firing — and succeed Good News 16 May 2025
When teacher Henry Zahid faced termination at a Los Angeles high school, the community showed up to support him. 2,000 people rally to reinstate trans teacher after 'discriminatory' firing — and succeed

Scientists invent 'smelling gel' that seduces coral to repopulate dying reefs

Scientists invent 'smelling gel' that seduces coral to repopulate dying reefs Good News 16 May 2025
The gel, called SNAP-X, was invented by researchers at the University of California-San Diego. Scientists invent 'smelling gel' that seduces coral to repopulate dying reefs

12-Year-old Taught Himself to Bake Fantastic Cakes–by Watching YouTube Videos (LOOK)

12-Year-old Taught Himself to Bake Fantastic Cakes–by Watching YouTube Videos (LOOK) Kids News 16 May 2025
Meet the teen baker now selling his masterpieces after he taught himself to make cakes by watching YouTube videos. Braxton Harst discovered his passion for baking at age 12, and without any formal 12-Year-old Taught Himself to Bake Fantastic Cakes–by Watching YouTube Videos (LOOK)

Well-Designed Gardens Help People Relax Immediately by Provoking a Wandering Gaze

Well-Designed Gardens Help People Relax Immediately by Provoking a Wandering Gaze Arts & Leisure News 16 May 2025
Well-designed gardens help people relax straight away, as they cause viewers to look at them differently, suggests new research. Our gaze shifts quicker and more often in such green spaces, say Well-Designed Gardens Help People Relax Immediately by Provoking a Wandering Gaze

Eating Avocados During Pregnancy is Linked to Lower Food Allergy Risk in Babies

Eating Avocados During Pregnancy is Linked to Lower Food Allergy Risk in Babies Health News 16 May 2025
Eating avocado during pregnancy is linked to a significantly lower food allergy risk for the babies, according to new research. The study involving 2,272 mother-baby pairs in Finland found that tots Eating Avocados During Pregnancy is Linked to Lower Food Allergy Risk in Babies

Good News in History, May 16

Good News in History, May 16 This Day In History News 16 May 2025
307 years ago today, Maria Agnesei was born in Milan. She is the first woman in the Western World ever to be appointed as a professor of mathematics at a university. She is credited with writing the Good News in History, May 16

What went right this week: the good news that matters

What went right this week: the good news that matters Environment News 16 May 2025
China’s emissions shrank, scientists made a breast cancer discovery, and Europe’s best cycle city was revealed, plus more The post What went right this week: the good news that matters appeared first What went right this week: the good news that matters

Woman Rescues Shark Entangled in Fishing Line With Her Bare Hands as Friend Shoots Incredible Video

Woman Rescues Shark Entangled in Fishing Line With Her Bare Hands as Friend Shoots Incredible Video Animals News 15 May 2025
Without hesitation, a woman rescued a shark tangled up in fishing rope, using her bare hands. Charity Clark was paddle-boarding with her friends near Big Pine Key off the coast of Florida, on March Woman Rescues Shark Entangled in Fishing Line With Her Bare Hands as Friend Shoots Incredible Video