Good News This Week: January 18, 2025 - Clothes, Homes, & Ceasefires
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The Shibushi Osaki Roll was designed after two municipalities collected 98 tons of diapers for recycling.
Hope Walz gives an exclusive interview, sharing advice for staying optimistic, clues into her future, and heartfelt stories about her dad.
Although Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey have already phased out elephants, bears, lions, and tigers, regional circuses have only recently fallen under scrutiny. 
In October 2023, a thousand birds died in a single day after colliding with a Chicago convention center. Thanks to new bird-friendly glass, that number has shrunk dramatically.
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Ruben Varghese, a 16-year-old Angeleno, launched save-la.org with the hopes of giving victims an easier way to find everything from food to free housing. 
Followers came together to raise funds for the disabled woman to have a safer and more accessible home.
The actorâs charitable foundation has just unlocked the key to flagging Parkinsonâs disease early, putting us one step closer to ending Parkinsonâs for good. 
Matildaâs story has helped raise over $40,000 for Austin Pets Alive! since 2023.
Renee Wang found inspiration in simple household toys when she dreamed up a solution to homelessness at 16. 
Ryan Donais was inspired to use his background in construction to help after his brother experienced homelessness.
In early January, firefighters leapt into action to save the life of a horse that had broken through fencing and fallen into a frozen pond. 
The star joined about 200 on their route to school in a special weekend ride.
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Biologists discovered the new type of pangolin after they confiscated a shipment of trafficked animals. 
A secondhand clothing marketplace based in LA is matching donors to fire victims based on size, gender, and age.
Henry Zhouâs invention could replace clunky fire extinguishers that require extensive training to use.
Santino Sellick raised over eight thousand dollars for local charities on what would have been his daughter's 21st birthday.
When it comes to saving the lake, locals say "all the darts and arrows point back to agriculture."
New Jersey just joined at least 5 other states that have taken steps against school library censorship.
Studies show driving while texting is six times more dangerous than driving drunk.
The mobile laundromat is a collaboration between Georgia Tech students and a local nonprofit.
Midwesterners may see a new snow-plowing robot in the streets this season.
Jake Harvath documented his whirlwind journey on social media, in hopes of encouraging people to adopt wild horses.
In December, a late night wildfire in California was caught by AI technology before it could spiral out of control. 
Growing up, Ella Casano was constantly in and out of the hospital due to a condition that destroyed the platelets in her blood. 
The design won her a Bronze Medal at a national engineering competition.
Anyone who donates through January 26 will be entered to win.
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The tiny, stylish bee species sports âeyeliner-likeâ structures around their eyes and defies familial expectations by pollinating nightshade. 
Her prototype was recognized with an engineering award in 2024.
The discreet code phrase has taken on a new life with an app that immediately alerts bar staff to instances of dangerous behavior, unwanted advances, and sexual harassment. 
The animal was among 234 new species discovered in the past year in the Greater Mekong region, which includes Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam. 
Jimmy Carter passed on December 29, 2024 at age 100. His foreign policy legacy is celebrated for its focus on human rights, which significantly impacted global diplomacy. Learn how his efforts championed basic freedoms and transformed international relations. 
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Minnesota joined seven other states in enacting a state-wide policy that restricts phone use in classrooms. This nonprofit is helping teens get off their screens. 
After Austin Rivers took knitting up as a hobby during the pandemic, the New Yorker soon launched a knitting collective for vulnerable community members. 
High schooler Tiffani Gay was inspired by the modern safety technology in cars.
Social media sensation Good Boy Ollie (and his brother, Tato) are sharing the holiday spirit with animals in need.
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A new arrival at the Denver Zoo has made a miraculous recovery, signaling a small beacon of hope for the Critically Endangered species.
We need to beat social isolation and come together. Danielle Bayard Jackson teaches us how.
Leading the national park development efforts at Tompkins Conservation, Kristine McDivitt Tompkins has a new plan to protect wildlife in South America.
Volunteer opportunities include feeding those experiencing homelessness, cleaning up litter in parks, knitting for those in need, helping with phone drives, assisting with literacy programs, and much more. 
Comfort Dentalâs Care Day has taken place on December 23 since 1984.
The book club will launch on January 1 in partnership with RuPaulâs Allstora. 
The harness was made in collaboration with New Balance, Formlabs, Adia, and Mystic Aquarium.
Although the job is âunpaid,â it does result in warm bellies full of crabmeat. 
The Broadway-turned-TV star was honored for over 30 years of efforts to fight the AIDS epidemic and uplift marginalized communities.
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The sticky-tongued marsupial species has been bouncing back from the brink of extinction, thanks to widespread conservation efforts. 
The crew provides benefits beyond grazing vegetation, like improving soil health, germinating seeds, and more.
The daylong mission was the largest seizure of endangered turtles ever recorded in Bangladesh.
Thanks to a lack of human activity, a colony of gray seals has already welcomed 80 pups this breeding season.
The Darwinâs frogs were transported to and quarantined at the London Zoo in a global effort to save the species.
The researchers are on their way to replacing microbeads found in soaps and cleansers. 
A new study confirms the historical ecology of Yellowstone National Park and points to the potential for changes in wildlife management.
A lab in Ontario, Canada is revolutionizing the âsave the beesâ campaign by being the first lab to successfully raise yellow-banded bumble bees in captivity. 
The brother and sister were rescued in the wild last month, having been deemed unable to survive on their own.
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Customers suffering from âbroken heartsâ and âexistential angstâ are given poems by Mary Oliver and Derek Walcott in lieu of a traditional prescriptions.
The singer stopped by Bitty & Beau's on Small Business Saturday before performing a concert in Charleston, South Carolina.
Giving Tuesday saw increases across the board, with millions turning out to volunteer and donate.
The 80-page report compiled a treasure trove of animal discoveries from the last 10 years. 
Cancer-sniffing dogs get the support of artificial intelligence in this new study.
The new series of âmini gamesâ teaches young people about hunger â and how to help people in need.
Celebrating Swiftâs six Eras Tour shows in Toronto, the city auctioned off 22 commemorative street signs to support a local food bank.
A middle school student in a STEM program in Chicago led scientists to study a cancer-fighting compound â found in goose droppings.
Hey Jane, a telemedicine provider that helps people access medication abortion care, will now be covered by Medicaid in Illinois.
Jane Fonda, 86, joins anti-ageism advocate Ashton Applewhite in dispelling myths about aging â and helping you live longer while sheâs at it. 
The Mequon Nature Preserveâs two chocolate labradors are a beloved member of their conservation team.
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Giving Tuesday takes place on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Weâve compiled a guide on celebrating this annual tradition of giving back.
Get your reusable tote bags ready! Small Business Saturday takes place on the weekend following Thanksgiving in the United States. Here are some pointers for shopping small this season. 
In a comedy short for Yellow Dot Studios, DâArcy Carden evoked her âJanetâ character by detailing how reducing food waste can get you good karma points. 
A new study shows that air fryers produce a tiny fraction of the indoor air pollution emitted by other cooking methods.
Chandler Kinney and dance partner Brandon Armstrong were the first Black couple to make it to the DWTS finale in the showâs 33-season history.
Virtual fences are a new line of defense in protecting endangered species. They also provide a more sustainable approach to cattle ranching.
The new discovery was made by Cornell and Princeton scientists.
The family is thought to be descended from the local Lassen wolf pack in the neighboring county.
Could the biology of a squid be responsible for ending needle phobias? Stranger things have happened.
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Since 2002, Singapore has been recycling its wastewater into high-grade reclaimed water. Today, that same water is used to make a new type of craft brew. 
Experts were blown away by the discovery, which reveals that the endangered species could be the unsung heroes of their declining habitat.
The Monster High Doll is called âThe Witch Weaver,â which Harris says is a symbol for oneâs ability to shift and transform identities.
To regenerate forests, pine cone collectors are replanting one seedling at a time.
The 17-year-old was inspired by mounting water crises affecting families across Bangladesh. 
Out of those states, 11 have enacted outright bans on PFAS in certain consumer products.
Scientists estimate that the cat is 35,000 years old
The tool follows a single turkeyâs journey across the supply chain, with optimizations to help reduce its environmental impact.
The organic crystals were modeled after desert plants and animals, which have evolved to have water-absorbing capabilities. 
The new online platform makes buying and shipping gifts to children and families in need a breeze.
Researchers from RMIT University in Australia found that they could even upcycle firefighting jackets into concrete using their methods. 
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Using cardboard, duct tape, and four furnace filters, a middle schooler transformed a simple box fan into an affordable air filter for her school. 
With the release of the doll, Mattel will also make a donation to the Center for Native American Youth.
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Nearly two months after Helene, families in South Carolina are still feeling the affects of the disaster as Thanksgiving approaches.