GOOD NEWSN I 17 SEPTEMBER 2025

Arctic ozone hole smallest in years, global agreement against unregulated fishing, seaweed identified as major carbon sink

I often pass playgrounds with a sense of nostalgia and think, “How wonderful it would be to be a child again and just play.” But play is about much more than fun: it builds courage and supports both physical and mental health. In Wales and Los Angeles, there are even playgrounds for everyone—young and old, and for people with disabilities.

GOOD NEWS I 10 SEPTEMBER 2025

Biological causes of daytime sleepiness discovered, Australia protects koalas against chlamydia, Automakers are meeting the EU’s CO2 targets

This week is all about koalas. On Monday, we shared news about the planned “Great Koala National Park” in New South Wales. Today brings more good news: a new vaccine is set to protect koalas from chlamydia, a disease that can be deadly for them. Nationwide, these highly endangered animals are now being vaccinated to improve their chances of survival.

GOOD NEWS I 08 SEPTEMBER 2025

Australia implements logging ban, France bans nicotine pouches, New system measures heartbeats

I just returned from my summer vacation in South Holland. What stayed with me most while cycling through the idyllic landscape were the grazing cows, sheep, and numerous farms. Fittingly, today’s Good News is about Oosterwold, where residents are required to use their own land to grow fruits and vegetables. It doesn’t get any fresher or more local than straight from your own garden!