As the week wraps up, we’re celebrating positive news from many parts of the globe: Suriname is the first country in the Amazon region to be officially declared malaria-free. Lisbon becomes the first European capital to introduce a deposit system for reusable to-go cups. Starting in 2026, Cannes will limit cruise ships to just one per day. And encouraging developments are also coming from Denmark, Kenya, Barbados, Somalia, and more.

Near my apartment, there’s a kayak rental station called GreenKayak. You can borrow kayaks for free—but with one condition: during your trip, you have to collect trash from the water. It feels amazing to do something good for the environment. But what happens to plastic kayaks when they break? They usually end up in the trash. Not necessarily—an initiative from France turns old kayaks into furniture.

I go for a walk with my dog every day—and I love it! When he’s not with me and we miss our lunchtime walk, I really feel the difference. The movement, the break from an often stressful day – it just feels good. And it’s great for your health, too, as a new study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology shows. So: Get off the couch and get moving!

In my grandpa-in-law’s former study, it’s still there: an old computer with a CRT monitor, keyboard, and tower. When you switch it on, that familiar soft humming sound fills the room — and after all these decades, it still works. So why throw it away if it’s still running? That’s the thinking behind the global initiative “End of 10,” which helps Windows 10 users breathe new life into their aging devices. Because on October 14, 2025, official support for Windows 10 will come to an end.

I find it amazing that space is better explored than our oceans and the deep sea. One thing is certain: the deep sea holds numerous mineral resources that various companies and governments claim—often without fully understanding the consequences. To strengthen ocean protection, the UN Ocean Conference 2025 was held, bringing some small rays of hope for marine conservation.

Unfortunately, I consumed too much bad news over the long Whitsun weekend. So I was all the more looking forward to some good news today – luckily there was some that we would like to share with you: According to the “only yes means yes” principle, sex in Norway will in future only be considered consensual if all parties involved explicitly agree. A smart vest makes everyday life safer for blind dogs. And that’s just a small selection of the many other good news stories. We wish you a good start to the short week!

This week brings hope and progress: researchers take new steps in the fight against HIV, solar panels in the UK generate more electricity than ever before and Samoa protects large parts of its ocean. Have a good start to the weekend!

The vacation season is slowly beginning – for tourists, the anticipation of an adventure begins. For the locals, this often means stress: overcrowded beaches, traffic jams – and nobody takes nature into careful consideration. Some regions take measures to put a stop to mass tourism: On Tenerife, the daily number of visitors to the Parque Rural de Anaga nature park is limited. Hawaii is introducing a climate tax. And Ibiza is now also trying to restrict traffic – especially for vehicles used by tourists. P.S.: There are also adventures and discoveries at home.

Before you head into the weekend, here’s your dose of good news from around the world: Oceans, forests, and puffins are getting the protection they deserve – and so are children’s lungs in France. From innovative firefighting tools in California to legal action for climate justice, this week proves that smart ideas and bold action can make a real difference.

One of my absolute favorite places is the Netherlands – and now there’s yet another reason to visit. Because a new museum has opened in Rotterdam, the “Fenix”. It tells the stories of people with a migrant backgrounds through works of art, photographs and personal objects. What a nice idea to give people visibility in this way.

We’re kicking off the new week with good news from around the world: In the US an infant with the rare disease CPS1 deficiency has been successfully treated with gene therapy for the first time. In Brazil, deforestation dropped by a third in 2024 compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, Guyana has adopted stricter laws against oil pollution. And there’s plenty more good news to come – take a look. Have a great week!

One of my biggest worries as my grandparents got older was that they might fall in their her apartment. No one would notice. Now researchers have developed a robot with gripping arms to prevent such accidents. It can pick people up, carry them and bring them back into a natural position, such as sitting.

Today we talk about a framework published by the World Bank for more transparency in its funded projects, a basic income that supports artists in the US state of Minnesota, and the first wildlife bridge in Malaysia that allows langurs to cross the road safely. Enjoy reading!

May 8, 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of Nazi rule. We would also like to take this day as an opportunity to show how important a culture of remembrance is. In a news article, you can find out what contemporary remembrance work can look like. As Remembrance Day is a public holiday in Berlin, we are taking a short break. We’ll be back with a full load of good news on Monday.