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On election night, Jon Stewart attempts to find positive news amidst the usual political turmoil, using his comedic approach to lighten the mood and provide a different perspective on the events unfolding.
This week's good news includes a significant drop in cancer death rates in the UK, a man surviving brain cancer after participating in an immunotherapy trial, improved air quality in Europe, the positive impact of "mini-Holland" traffic schemes, successful coral reef restoration, progress in rewilding efforts in Scotland, the return of bald eagles to Toronto, and the revelation of the world's "happiest" countries.
The Valentine's Day edition of the Good News Roundup for 2024 is a love song to the universe, celebrating heartwarming stories and positive news from around the world.
This week's good news includes Cameroon rolling out a historic malaria vaccine, Scotland seeing no cases of cervical cancer in vaccinated women, promising trends in renewable energy, habitat-friendly solar farms benefiting insect populations, New York City erasing billions in medical debt, UK banning drip pricing and fake reviews, a blood test for early Alzheimer's detection, a study showing that 15 minutes of extra physical activity can mitigate the harm of desk jobs, and a therapeutic program for children showing positive results.
The Good News Roundup for Wednesday 1/17/24 features positive stories from the past, present, and future, offering a refreshing perspective on the day's news.
This week's good news includes the development of a 'gamechanger' cancer test that can identify 18 early-stage cancers, China's record-breaking renewables growth, a sharp decline in the US murder rate, positive results from a trial using a psychedelic to treat PTSD, and an increase in southern Africa's elephant population. Additionally, domestic abuse survivors in England and Wales will have access to "lifeline" payments, and Poland has halted logging in valuable forest areas. Spain welcomed its first parliamentarian with Down's syndrome, and the UK's electric vehicle infrastructure received a boost with plans to repurpose old street cabinets into charging points.
A new study suggests that COVID-19 could be detected through a simple nasal swab, potentially providing a faster and less invasive method of testing. The research found that the virus replicates in the nasal cavity early on in the infection, making it an ideal location for detection. This development could lead to improved testing capabilities and help in controlling the spread of the virus.
The year 2023 brought several positive developments, including advancements in medicine, progress in the fight against AIDS, the elimination of deadly diseases in certain countries, breakthroughs in Alzheimer's treatment, and scientific insights into slowing aging. Climate reparations and the transition away from fossil fuels were agreed upon at the Cop28 climate summit, while Ecuador voted to halt oil drilling in a protected region of the Amazon. Climate litigation increased, and the role of class in the climate debate was recognized. Positive tipping points and a decline in emissions in China and the EU offered hope for addressing climate change. The rise of renewables became unstoppable, and progress was made in nuclear fusion. Deforestation rates in the Amazon decreased, and more land and sea were set aside for nature conservation. LGBTQ rights and Indigenous land rights made strides, and gender gaps in business narrowed. Legislation to regulate AI was introduced, and rail travel experienced a golden age. Scientists developed an alternative to palm oil, and trials of the four-day workweek showed promising results.
Tyler Perry is building a 5-bedroom home in South Carolina for 93-year-old Josephine Wright, whose family has owned the property since the Civil War era. Wright's current home is at the center of a bitter land dispute with Bailey Point Investment Group, who wants to buy her land. Perry pledged his support to Wright in July and is now taking action to provide her with a new home, with construction set to begin in the coming weeks.
This week's good news includes a report outlining a clear path to ending AIDS by the turn of the decade, with improved access to HIV treatment leading to a significant decrease in new infections; deforestation rates in Colombia have fallen by over a quarter, thanks to renewed peace efforts and environmental initiatives; clinical trials of an Alzheimer's drug have shown promising results in slowing cognitive decline; two bird species, including the white-tailed eagle, have made a successful return to England after centuries of absence; a coalition of UK conservation charities is calling for radical commitments to nature in party manifestos ahead of the general election; researchers have discovered that certain types of aquatic algae could provide a green source of vitamin B12 for vegans; a refugee-run repair shop is set to open in the UK, offering employment opportunities and sustainability; and Escape the City has released its annual ranking of the most impactful and forward-thinking organizations to work for, highlighting the growing importance of finding purpose in work.
Actor Jamie Foxx was captured on video returning a lost purse to a woman in downtown Chicago. The purse belonged to the mother of the person who posted the video, and Jamie somehow tracked down the group to return it. This act of kindness is another indication of Jamie's positive progress as he continues his recovery in Chicago.
A 16-year-old hiker, Esther Wang, who went missing for over two days in Golden Ears Park in Canada, has been found safe and reunited with her family. After getting lost on the East Canyon trail, Wang's hiking group and its leader were unable to locate her, prompting a search operation involving sixteen teams. Wang eventually walked out of the trail area on her own and was checked by emergency medical services before going home with her family. She was tired but uninjured, aside from some mosquito bites. The cause of her separation from the group remains unclear.
The stock market is rallying due to positive news, but experts warn that it's time to prepare for potential downturns and market volatility.
Four children miraculously survived 40 days in the Amazon jungle after a fatal plane crash that killed their mother and uncle. Soldiers and volunteers from local Indigenous tribes searched more than 1,600 miles of dense Amazonian rainforest over the course of six weeks before finding Lesly, Soleiny, Tien, and Cristin in relatively good condition. The children survived by eating seeds and hiding in tree trunks to shield themselves from animals. Their survival was attributed to their Indigenous background and knowledge of the jungle.
Ben Taylor, who befriended a suspected scammer from Liberia in 2018, has made good again by helping a woman in Cameroon who was written off as a scammer. Taylor flew to see the woman, Chikaordery, and showed her a new book he wrote, whose sales would pay for her operation. Chikaordery had a botched surgery as a child that left her with intermittent but excruciating stomach pain. Taylor previously made a booklet about his Liberian friend's life, which was sold online, and even traveled to visit him.