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12 popular podcasts unite for 'Be Hope' takeover, proving there's still good news in politics

In support of The Global Goals, these beloved podcasts are sharing conversations about finding solutions and hope in the face of the world’s biggest challenges.

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Environment

Micro-solutions to microplastics: 4 ways cities and states are legislating away the plastic crisis

While U.S. and global solutions seem far off, policies to limit harm from microplastics are gaining traction at the state and local levels.

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Holidays

13 Ways to Celebrate National Public Lands Day

September 27 is National Public Lands Day! Here's a guide to celebrating and protecting America's beloved natural spaces.

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People Doing Good

New study finds cat people donate more to charity than dog people

And there’s one group that donates even more.

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Businesses Doing Good

At this café run entirely by deaf baristas, you must order in sign language. (Don't worry; they'll teach you)

The Dialogue Express Café also offers sign language classes outside of business hours.

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Animals

Pocket-sized owl babies mark first sighting for rare species in over 100 years

A pair of ornithologists were rewarded for their patience in Poland after several treks into the woods for a rare owl species.

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Health

New study: Resistance training slows nerve damage, prevents falls as we age

Researchers share that this exercise regimen can help counteract age-related nerve deterioration that puts seniors at risk of falls.

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Environment

What if we could grow reusable cups in our gardens? These gourds are replacing single-use plastic containers

The Gourd Project wants to scale up a centuries-old technology to confront the plastic crisis.

A vending machine dispenses Narcan nasal spray, a medication that reverses opioid overdose, and other items

Health

Instead of snacks and soda, these vending machines dispense free pregnancy tests and Narcan

A survey found that 4 in 5 vending machine users had trouble paying for basic needs.

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Environment

This college student was tired of seeing red Solo cups litter her campus. She invented a way to turn them into sweaters

The New Norm now sells sweaters and beanies fully made from plastic party cups for as low as $45 a piece.

Recent Good News

Updated with new good news every day

12 popular podcasts unite for 'Be Hope' takeover, proving there's still good news in politics

Micro-solutions to microplastics: 4 ways cities and states are legislating away the plastic crisis

13 Ways to Celebrate National Public Lands Day

New study finds cat people donate more to charity than dog people

At this café run entirely by deaf baristas, you must order in sign language. (Don't worry; they'll teach you)

Pocket-sized owl babies mark first sighting for rare species in over 100 years

New study: Resistance training slows nerve damage, prevents falls as we age

What if we could grow reusable cups in our gardens? These gourds are replacing single-use plastic containers

Instead of snacks and soda, these vending machines dispense free pregnancy tests and Narcan

This college student was tired of seeing red Solo cups litter her campus. She invented a way to turn them into sweaters

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