Why Building Good Habits Feels Hard Before It Feels Easy
Scientists say new habits feel awkward at first because your brain is literally rewiring itself. The struggle isn't failure—it's proof you're changing.
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Red Phone Helps Strangers Share Good News and Heal
A bright red phone in a public plaza invites strangers to share good news and hidden struggles, creating viral moments of connection. One man's tearful announcement that his dad is cancer-free has touched over 6 million people.
9 Resources to Beat Climate Anxiety With Good News
Feeling overwhelmed by climate doom? These curated resources prove that solutions are happening right now, and hope is a powerful tool for action.
Philly News Station Pays Groceries on Kindness Day
A Philadelphia news team turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising shoppers with free groceries, delivering flowers to hospital staff, and treating first responders to coffee. Their spontaneous generosity brightened dozens of lives across the city.
Student Wins Scholarship for Broadcasting Good News Stories
Anna Ince, a Lindenwood University sophomore, just won a competitive scholarship from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for her passion for highlighting positivity through radio. She's using her platform to give voices to people who don't always get heard.
6 Simple Ways to Stay Calm When News Feels Overwhelming
Experts reveal easy, science-backed techniques to quiet your anxious mind when headlines trigger stress. These methods work immediately and require no special equipment.
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South Africa's News Creators Fill Gap Left by Legacy Media
One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.
Wisconsin Cousins Reunite in Florida After TV News Spot
Two cousins from Wisconsin who had never met discovered they were neighbors in Florida when one spotted the other on a local news broadcast. Their chance reunion led to a friendship that lasted over a decade.
Political Scientist Shares How to Cut Through News Noise
Political scientist Ian Bremmer, who advises world leaders, reveals his strategies for staying informed without getting overwhelmed. In a new TED conversation, he offers practical tips anyone can use to think more clearly about the news.
Good Samaritan Stops Scam Targeting Vulnerable Person
A quick-thinking good samaritan helped stop a scam targeting a vulnerable person in Richland County, South Carolina. Sheriff Leon Lott is holding a press conference to honor the citizen's intervention and discuss rising scam threats.
World Chess Champ Gukesh: 'I Feel Sharper and Happier
Twenty-year-old world chess champion Gukesh turned the tables on rival Praggnandhaa in a thrilling comeback at Norway Chess, crediting his sharp play to improved mental wellbeing. The young Indian star says feeling good about himself has unlocked better decisions at the board.
Iowa Anchor Quits On-Air, Calls for 'More Than Sanitized News
Iowa news anchor Dustin Nolan made an emotional exit from KWQC TV6 on Friday, urging the industry to prioritize facts over comfortable coverage. His tearful plea for transparency struck a chord with viewers tired of superficial reporting.
Local News Clears $3K Medical Bill for Cancer Survivor
One day after a local news investigation aired, a medical equipment company wiped out nearly $3,000 in wrongful bills charged to a Galena cancer survivor. The story shows how accountability journalism can change lives when individuals feel powerless against corporate billing errors.
Columbus Dispatch Hires Reporter Just for Kindness Stories
The Columbus Dispatch just created a full-time position dedicated entirely to reporting good news and acts of kindness in the community. Kelly Tucker starts this week as the paper's first-ever Kindness Reporter, funded by the Center for HumanKindness.
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Good Morning America's Will Reeve Marries in Miami
Will Reeve, son of the late Superman actor Christopher Reeve, married Amanda Dubin in a joyful Miami ceremony surrounded by his Good Morning America family. The heartwarming celebration brought together colleagues and loved ones to honor the couple's new chapter.
Film Crew Brings Ancient Parable to Life in Utah Desert
A filmmaker recreated the Good Samaritan parable on an authentic Jerusalem set in Utah, turning a 2,000-year-old story into a visceral film experience. The project aims to help modern audiences feel the power of choosing compassion over convenience.
News Station Turns Weather Forecasts Into Charity Donations
A South Carolina news station is putting money behind every weather forecast they get right. For each accurate prediction, $50 goes directly to local charities.
Australia Extends Deaf-Led News Service for Another Year
Australia's only daily news service delivered in Auslan by Deaf journalists just secured another year of funding after community advocacy saved it from closure. The program has already reached more than 300,000 Australians since launching in 2024.
Boaters Rescued by Good Samaritan in Lee County Waters
When a wave swamped their 15-foot boat near Matlacha Pass, two boaters found themselves in the water—until a passing Good Samaritan pulled them to safety. Both walked away without a scratch, thanks to quick thinking and a helping hand.
Why BECCS Carbon Capture Failure Is Actually Good News
The expensive carbon capture technology that climate models relied on to save the planet isn't happening, and scientists say that's a win. Bioenergy with carbon capture would have made emissions worse for decades while costing taxpayers billions.
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