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A billionaire art collector sold a rare Rembrandt drawing of a lion for $18 million, donating the proceeds to conservation efforts to save the very animal depicted in the artwork.
Positive News staff took on the challenge of buying nothing new for an entire month. The experience revealed surprising lessons about consumption and creativity.
Researchers have identified a common amino acid that appears to play a crucial role in whether patients survive serious illnesses, opening new treatment possibilities.
Knurr-and-spell, an ancient English ball game similar to golf that had nearly died out, is being revived in the villages where it was born centuries ago.
A quiet milestone passed recently: January 14th marked the longest stretch without any nation detonating a nuclear weapon since the atomic age began in 1945.
Therapy sheep are providing comfort and helping people manage stress and anxiety, proving that animal-assisted therapy can take many forms.
At the COP16 biodiversity conference in Rome, 196 nations agreed to mobilize at least $200 billion per year by 2030 to help developing countries conserve biodiversity. The deal was hailed as a win for multilateralism in uncertain times.
Surprising research shows that polar bears in some regions are in better physical condition than they were 25 years ago, demonstrating unexpected adaptability to changing conditions.
A family of four sisters and their parents developed an electric tractor that is now being sold in five countries, proving that sustainable farming equipment can be a family affair.
Despite widespread pessimism about the state of the world, research shows that many aspects of society are actually improving — we just tend not to notice.
A French sailor who competed in the grueling Vendée Globe around-the-world race while battling cancer has been named Sailor of the Year for his extraordinary achievement.
After a difficult ice storm, a group of teenagers built an igloo that became a gathering place, bringing neighbors together and lifting spirits during a challenging time.
Archaeologists in Mexico have uncovered an astonishing 1,400-year-old tomb featuring a giant owl sculpture, offering new insights into ancient Mesoamerican cultures.
Despite challenging drought conditions, farmers achieved record harvests by combining traditional farming wisdom with modern technology and techniques.
The FDA launched a pilot program in 2025 allowing select drug developers to use non-animal methods like organ-on-a-chip systems and computer modeling instead of traditional animal testing. The NIH followed with its own initiative to expand human-based science.
The James Webb Space Telescope captures stunning new details of the Helix Nebula, revealing the dying breaths of a star transforming into raw ingredients for new worlds.
A US judge has upheld the right to build offshore wind farms for the fifth time, ensuring the continued growth of renewable energy despite legal challenges.
Quick-thinking police officers used Google Translate to communicate with a woman in labor and successfully helped her deliver her baby in the backseat of a car.
A new anthology featuring writing by people with lived experience of homelessness is challenging stereotypes and giving voice to those often unheard.
A Chinese woman's ear was torn off in an industrial accident and saved by doctors who grafted it onto her foot for 5 months before successfully reattaching it to her head.
A British war veteran who lost both legs in Afghanistan has become the first above-the-knee double amputee to summit the highest peaks on all seven continents.
Rescued elephants at an Indian care center are receiving acupuncture treatments to help relieve chronic pain and nerve damage from years of mistreatment.
Delta Airlines will pay out $1.3 billion in profit sharing to employees, with workers receiving an average of 4 weeks' extra salary directly from company profits.
A 13-year-old boy ditched his lifejacket and swam against powerful currents to rescue his family members who had been swept out to sea, displaying extraordinary courage.
After winter storms battered Washington DC, volunteer 'Snow Heroes' hit the streets with shovels to help elderly and disabled neighbors clear their sidewalks.
A cardiothoracic surgeon saved the life of a teenage Ethiopian immigrant. Decades later, they reunited as colleagues operating together for charity in Ethiopia.
A groundbreaking new therapy is offering hope to patients with blood cancers previously considered untreatable, showing remarkable results in clinical trials.
Europe has reached a significant energy tipping point, with renewable sources now generating more power than ever and accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels.
Farmers in Michigan are using American kestrels — the smallest falcons in North America — to naturally protect cherry orchards from birds that spread disease.
A 100-year-old D-Day veteran finally fulfilled his lifelong wish to be awarded a campaign medal from France, the country he helped liberate 80 years ago.
In January 2025, the FDA approved suzetrigine (Journavx), the first entirely new class of non-opioid pain medication in over two decades. The drug blocks sodium channels to relieve acute pain without the addiction risks associated with opioids.
A life-changing cystic fibrosis medication that was prohibitively expensive is now within reach for many patients thanks to a dramatic price reduction in a new generic version.
The Hershey Bears' annual Teddy Bear Toss collected over 80,000 stuffed animals that will be donated to children in need throughout Pennsylvania.
Scientists recorded the highest number of North Atlantic right whale sightings ever for January, a hopeful sign for the critically endangered species with only 384 individuals remaining.
The world's most northern electric ferry is now operating in extreme Arctic conditions, proving that zero-emission maritime transport can work even in -13°F temperatures.
A father rushed to a burning bar after receiving a frantic call from his daughter inside, ultimately saving 10 people from the New Year's Eve fire in Switzerland.
A blind pitmaster in Dallas has become famous for his incredible BBQ, cooking perfect brisket using only his senses of touch and smell.
An artist shares their philosophy on creating positive change through simple actions, inspiring others to focus on doing good in their daily lives.
Animal rescuers saved 18 dogs left outside during a dangerous winter storm, and one pregnant dog gave birth to healthy puppies safe and warm inside the shelter.
In a landmark conservation victory, the green sea turtle was officially removed from the endangered species list in 2025. Decades of beach protection, anti-poaching measures, and international cooperation brought the species back from the brink.
Scientists at Melbourne's Doherty Institute used mRNA technology to force HIV out of hiding in white blood cells, a critical step toward a cure. The technique encases HIV in a "fat bubble" nanoparticle that reveals the virus to the immune system.
A pilot program across London boroughs is removing "No Ball Games" signs from housing estates and public areas, part of a culture shift prioritizing play, physical activity, and healthy childhoods in urban communities.
The ozone hole over Antarctica shrank to its fifth-smallest size in more than 30 years, according to NASA and NOAA. The reduction is a direct result of the Montreal Protocol, which regulated ozone-depleting substances worldwide.
A team in Japan has entered clinical trials for a drug that stimulates the growth of new teeth in adults who have lost them. If successful, it could eventually replace dentures and implants for millions of people worldwide.
The smartphone-free childhood movement spread rapidly across multiple countries in 2025, with parent groups coordinating to delay children's access to smartphones and social media. Schools and governments began adopting supportive policies.
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history with 37 World and Olympic medals, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2025. The honor recognizes not only her athletic achievements but also her advocacy for mental health in sports.
The 2026 list spotlights sodium-ion batteries, generative AI coding assistants, next-generation nuclear reactors and AI companions — each already reshaping how the world works, learns and cares for itself.
A Cochrane review of 73 trials found that moderate-intensity exercise may be as effective at reducing depression symptoms as therapy and antidepressants.
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander earned the prestigious Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year award for his dominant 2025 NBA season and community impact.
University of Newcastle researchers developed a chemical-free method to extract silver from used solar panels by grinding them into powder and floating silver to the surface in water.
A University of Oxford study of 27 million flights found that eliminating business and first-class seats could halve aviation emissions immediately.
The Chilean government is creating the Cape Froward national park, spanning 150,000 hectares of subantarctic forests and coastline, completing a 2,800km wildlife corridor.
In a remarkable year for planetary science, astronomers confirmed the discovery of over 100 previously unknown moons orbiting planets in our solar system during 2025, reshaping our understanding of the outer planets.
New UK rules ban television ads for junk food before 9pm and prohibit them entirely online, targeting childhood obesity that affects one in eight children aged 2-10.
Photojournalist Sebastiao Salgado and his wife Lelia spent over two decades planting 2.5 million trees, transforming a degraded cattle ranch into a thriving nature preserve visible from space.
