Good News

The catastrophic tendencies of mass media impact us in a decisive manner. We are constantly being plunged into apathy and pessimism. Good news is not only underrepresented but very often not presented at all. Yet amazing and positive things happen all the time, all over the world. Our mission is to spot them, celebrate them, and be a source of inspiration and optimism!

GOOD NEWSN I 14 JANUARY 2025

Apps help people stay smoke-free, first Barbie with autism introduced

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Health apps have long been part of everyday life — and they can do more than just track data. A new meta-study shows they can also help people quit...

GOOD NEWSN I 12 JANUARY 2026

A new AI detects 130 health risks while you sleep, Chile plans a national park in Patagonia

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Six good news stories to start your week right.

GOOD NEWS I 09 JANUARY 2026

New approach in pain therapy, world’s largest wildlife bridge opens, Espresso instead of toxic contrast agents

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The first week of 2026 brings good news: newly discovered animal and plant species, sustainable fashion powered by AI, and innovative pain therapies without opioids.

GOOD NEWS I 07 JANUARY 2026

South Korea ends bear bile farming I Norway goes electric I UK protects children from junk food ads

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While the switch to electric cars is stalling in many countries, Norway is leading the way. Last year, almost all newly registered cars in the country were fully electric.

GOOD NEWSN I 05 JANUARY 2026

Renewables are the winners of 2025, Brazil halts mother-to-child HIV transmission

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Six good news stories to kick off the New Year!

GOOD NEWS I 31 DECEMBER 2025

Best of Good News 2025

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What happened, what’s coming: Good news continues

GOOD NEWS I 22 DECEMBER 2025

The UK rejoins the Erasmus program, Spain introduces a nationwide public transport ticket

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Start the week with some Good News!

GOOD NEWSN I 15 DECEMBER 2025

Climate protection and economy can go hand in hand, UK allows aame-sex ice dance couples

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Last full week with Good News! 🎉 Then we’ll take a holiday break — back in January.

GOOD NEWSN I 12 DECEMBER 2025

New York’s congestion charge shows results, India provides subsidy for care work

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New York City introduced a congestion charge in 2025 — and the first results are promising: less traffic, fewer accidents, and cleaner air.

GOOD NEWS I 08 DECEMBER 2025

New York Fashion Week bans fur starting in 2026, Brazil mobilizes billions for Indigenous forest projects

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Six good news stories for a great start to the week

GOOD NEWS I 04 DECEMBER 2025

Ozone hole over arctic closes earlier than in years, Ebola outbreak in the Congo officially declared over

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The ozone hole over Antarctica continues to recover — a success bringing positive news in 2025.

GOOD NEWSN I 24 DECEMBER 2025

Global progress against cervical cancer, natural building material helps coastal reefs grow again

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Six good news stories for a great start to the week

GOOD NEWS I 26 NOVEMBER 2025

New hope for chronic lung disease, new female crash test dummy developed

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Six good news stories for a great day

GOOD NEWS I 24 NOVEMBER 2025

Brazil protects ten Indigenous territories, Ethiopia plants 30 billion trees in five years

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Need a bright spot? Here you go: our six good news stories of the day