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9-14-23 / by GoodNewNetwork.org
"Netflix’s Stranger Things has won 12 Primetime Emmys, and tens of millions of fans over the course of its four seasons, but it may have ultimately achieved something even greater than that—it saved a man’s life..."
7-4-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Ohio resident Molly Jones was worried about the possibility of leaving her 15-year-old daughter behind in the event of her death from autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD)..."
7-3-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"In a remarkable story that highlights the incredible abilities of our four-legged friends, a rescue dog has been credited with saving a woman's life by detecting her breast cancer through its exceptional sense of smell..."
7-2-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Rare conjoined twins who survived surgery to separate them, despite just 2% odds of success, have now graduated kindergarten..."
7-1-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"4ocean has reached a stellar milestone: 30 million pounds of plastic waste recovered from the our oceans, rivers, and coastlines since the company began in 2017..."
6-30-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A Chicago police officer is being hailed as a hero after she fearlessly risked her own life to rescue a drowning woman..."
6-29-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A newspaper delivery man has become a local hero after he rescued a 78-year-old woman who had been stuck in a window for five agonizing hours..."
6-28-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A suite of studies shows that time spent in nature, particularly around tree cover, improves mental and physical health..."
6-27-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A local dog in Moundsville, West Virginia, has captured the attention and admiration of the community by single-handedly finding over 150 lost golf discs at a popular park..."
6-26-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"After Gulf conditions off the Florida panhandle changed rapidly, one resident attempted to rescue three people trapped in a capsized houseboat..."
6-25-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A poll of moms, dads, guardians, and caregivers of children under 13, found that 84 percent consider raising children to be the greatest thing to happen to them—and the best thing may be their cuddles..."
6-24-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A seal pup was caught on camera visiting California surfers and even jumping onto a surfboard to apparently bathe in the sun and ride the waves with his new human friends..."
6-23-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"Siobhan Bon was shopping at a mall in Sheffield, UK, with her daughter Indie who is currently undergoing cancer treatment. She is battling leukaemia and is now in her fifth round of chemotherapy..."
6-22-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A pangolin-inspired small robot designed to perform safe and minimally invasive medical procedures inside of the body was revealed in a study published this week..."
6-21-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A Las Vegas, Nevada, man has introduced his two-year-old son to the firefighter who pulled him, the dad, from a burning home 23 years ago — inspiring him to become a firefighter himself..."
6-20-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A 90-year-old master who’s still limber enough to get on the mat every once in a while has just been awarded his ninth degree, or dan, in Judo..."
6-19-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A scuba diver has forged an unlikely bond with a wild fish and the pair meet up every summer beneath the waves for a reunion..."
6-18-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A British grandad has become one of the world’s top arm-wrestlers after taking up the sport just three years ago..."
6-17-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"White rhinos have made a triumphant return to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after nearly two decades of absence..."
6-16-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"It’s long been supposed that implants could connect prosthetics to the brain in a way that stimulates nervous system commands with electrical signals..."
6-15-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Quick-thinking rail workers came to the rescue of a missing 3-year-old boy who found himself on the train tracks..."
6-14-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Published in April of last year, a study found that older men put on a relatively simple 8-week program were able to reduce their biological age by 3.2 years..."
6-13-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"In a heartwarming display of community service, the Verdigris Fire Department went above and beyond their call of duty to assist a local family in installing a tree swing in their backyard..."
6-12-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"In one of Europe’s technical centers for firefighting research, a nimble drone that can carry a fire hose is being tested for quick-response firefighting..."
6-11-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Dancing or going for brisk walks can slash the risk of diabetes by three quarters, according to a huge new study..."
6-10-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Americans are retiring earlier than they’d expected—that’s according to a new survey of 2,000 retirees..."
6-9-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"After scientists identified a link between the risk of cancer and clusters of chemicals in an individual’s cells, a screening program that could detect tumors decades in advance is on the horizon..."
6-8-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"The resilient golden retriever was shot during the robbery attempt, and he spent 54 days in the hospital..."
6-7-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Two security guards are being hailed as heroes after assisting a mother whose infant son was choking..."
6-6-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A seasoned mountaineer became the savior of a Malaysian climber on the treacherous slopes of Mount Everest..."
6-5-23 / by CBSNews.com
"Two teenagers who were high school sweethearts in the 1950s broke up after a few years and didn't see each other until a little over a year ago. Now, Caroline Reeves and Eddie Lamm are newlyweds — sharing a love that is blossoming 63 years after they first met..."
6-4-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"People over 60 who take a daily multivitamin pill may be slowing age-related memory decline, according to a new study that amplifies similar findings from last year..."
6-3-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"In a heartwarming display of compassion, a South Carolina deputy made a significant impact on the life of a struggling citizen..."
6-2-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"It’s been one of the busiest and deadliest seasons for summiting The Mountain So High No Bird Can Fly Over It, also known as Mt. Everest, and if not for a 30-year-old Sherpa named Gelje, it would have become deadlier still..."
6-1-23 / by FoxNews.com
"A 12-year-old boy in Washington state was rescued Tuesday, after he fell 20 feet down a well during recess and was found clinging to a plastic pipe to keep himself above water, officials said..."
5-31-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"An experimental cancer treatment developed in Israel has become so effective for an incurable form of cancer, the hospital administering it has a waiting list more than 6 months long..."
5-30-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"In a heart-stopping act of valor, a 74-year-old man emerged as a true hero when he rescued a woman trapped in a raging inferno at a local hotel..."
5-29-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A window cleaner has become an online sensation after pressure washing his hometown’s filthy pavement and sidewalks in his spare time..."
5-28-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Flo is a devoted cow who’s nurtured several calves in her lifetime. But for this newborn, she gave birth too close to the fence dividing her pasture from the nearby highway..."
5-27-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"In a heartwarming turn of events, a California man became a hero when he stopped a bank robbery in a small town by employing an unconventional strategy — a simple, heartfelt hug..."
5-26-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A totally science-fiction device developed by scientists in Massachusetts would allow people to pull electricity out of thin air..."
5-25-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"Students at Bay City Western High School in Michigan organized a heartwarming surprise to celebrate their beloved teacher and coach, Brendan Harrison, who recently emerged victorious in his battle against cancer..."
5-24-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"In a world where acts of kindness often go unnoticed, a remarkable story has emerged that reminds us of the power of compassion and the impact it can have on someone's life..."
5-23-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A Nepali veteran of the British operations in Afghanistan has become the first double above-the-knee amputee to summit the world’s tallest mountain..."
5-22-23 / by CBSNews.com
"Morgan Hartman was born with both physical and cognitive disabilities. For years though, she lacked a diagnosis. One thing she did have: a happy spirit. Her dad, Gordon Hartman, never wanted to see that spirit dulled. But unfortunately, at times it was..."
5-21-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"If you asked any American what they’d like to do after they retire—and you offered them the chance to go on a road trip to see all 63 national parks—most might consider that a great way to sail into the sunset..."
5-20-23 / by FoxNews.com
"A quick-thinking umpire jumped into action to save a 7-year-old batter after a dust devil swirled toward home plate..."
5-19-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"3 children aged 13, 11, and 4, along with an 11-month-old infant, have reportedly been found alive in the jungles of Colombia after miraculously surviving a plane crash that killed all 3 adults on board..."
5-18-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"The Camino del Santiago is the ironing board of the stress of life—a way to find oneself and direction in life through walking, day after day across the Iberian Peninsula..."
5-17-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A 13-year-old boy in Michigan is being hailed a hero after fighting off a potential kidnapper with his slingshot..."
5-16-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"During the record-setting blizzard in New York state last winter, a tour bus of South Korean visitors to our shores found hospitality with two locals—the Campagnas—when their bus got stuck in the snow in Buffalo..."
5-15-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"After a 100-year-old Californian lost her beloved dog, the “sad and quiet” senior was cured of her melancholy by the introduction of a senior chihuahua..."
5-14-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Rebecka Peterson can add ‘Teacher of the Year’ to her ongoing classroom ritual of naming one good thing that happened each day..."
5-13-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"When a Maryland mother couldn't find an inclusive space for her boys with special needs, she decided to create one of her own..."
5-12-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"I was ecstatic to have this outcome,” said Detective Inspector Jason Shepherd. The experienced policeman knew that someone reported missing for 8 days in Australia’s rugged outback has a slim chance..."
5-11-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Listening to music or playing an instrument can delay cognitive decline as we age—by producing gray matter in the brain—a new study shows..."
5-10-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"An international study of people on five continents has found that humans help each other with small things about every 2 minutes, and acquiesce to calls for help overwhelmingly more often than reject them..."
5-9-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A zoo in the UK has welcomed a pair of rare piglets..."
5-8-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Just in time for Mother’s Day, this week’s Miracle Monday column showcases a heartwarming family reunion for a woman who had been living on the streets for 28 years, and finally got the chance to return home to Wisconsin..."
5-7-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A handful of walnuts three times a week is enough to boost attention and brain growth in secondary school kids, according to a new study of students in Spain..."
5-6-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A German shepherd who was wandering Detroit with a stuffed toy after her owner died is safe and preparing for her forever home after animal rescue groups and animal lovers came together to find her..."
5-5-23 / by FoxNews.com
"Seventy-eight years after surviving three concentration camps and a death march, one Florida woman will celebrate her 100th birthday by throwing out the first pitch at Tropicana Field as the Tampa Bay Rays host the New York Yankees on Friday evening, May 5..."
5-4-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"One of Britain’s last remaining Dunkirk veterans still walks a mile every day after celebrating his 105th birthday..."
5-3-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A man who attempted to summit the highest mountains in England, Scotland, and Wales to raise money for charity has now completed the challenge—with a refrigerator strapped to his back. ..."
5-2-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"Special needs teens at Washington High School in North Carolina were able to attend their prom thanks to an outpouring of love from the community..."
5-1-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A World War II veteran with no surviving relatives celebrated his 105th birthday with more than 3,000 cards from kind-hearted strangers..."
4-30-23 / by myFOX8.com
"The Molnar quadruplets don’t just have a birth date in common – they’re also all very smart. All four siblings are graduating with different degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics programs from Metropolitan State University in Denver..."
4-29-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A great-grandmother who is mad for motorcycles was granted her birthday wish to ride on the back of a Harley-Davidson – a call-back to her youth while celebrating turning 90..."
4-28-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Neither the early morning start nor the distraction of a smartphone managed to take a New York train conductor’s eyes off the tracks earlier this week..."
4-27-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A 109-year-old man in Little Falls, New Jersey, is still living independently and even drives his own car..."
4-26-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A girl metal detecting in northwestern Denmark discovered nearly 300 silver coins dating back more than 1,000 years ago..."
4-25-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A female World War II Veteran who overcame tremendous hardship during her lifetime — including war — turned 100 this month..."
4-24-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"While tourists visiting Mexican beaches complain about piles of smelly seaweed, one Mexican gardener reckoned it was something like a gift..."
4-23-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"According to a recent study, researchers found that, for senior citizens, every 500 additional daily steps reduces the risk of heart trouble..."
4-22-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A music-loving grandfather, at 95 years old, has been crowned the world’s longest serving brass band player by Guinness World Records — and he's tooting his own horn about it, given that he'll be able to help lead his band's local celebration of King Charles' coronation on May 8..."
4-21-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A group of teenagers playing around the pier at their home in North Carolina discovered a 1,000 year old canoe buried beneath the sand..."
4-20-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A mom of three boys, Dr. Nicole Saphier, a Fox News contributor, has written a new book for children along with her middle son..."
4-19-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A personalized skin cancer vaccine has almost halved the risk of death or relapse in patients with the deadliest form of melanoma..."
4-18-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"More than 100 golden retrievers and their families walked together from Boston Common to the marathon's finish line on Sunday in honor of a golden retriever who passed away earlier this year..."
4-17-23 / by FOXNews.com
"Sammy Berko, a teenage boy from Missouri City, Texas went to a rock climbing gym where he suffered cardiac arrest and died. Two hours later he was alive..."
4-16-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Time-restricted eating improved the health of firefighters by reducing the risks of heart disease linked with shift work, according to a new study. ..."
4-15-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"Deputies in Marion County, Texas, responded to a call about a Jeep submerged in a lake.
When they arrived, they found a woman inside, alive...."
4-14-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"Brittany Thompson lost her late grandmother's bracelet the night of her wedding ..."
4-13-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"An adopted woman found her mother using a DNA site and Facebook after decades of searching, allowing her to meet her grandmother just days before her death..."
4-12-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"Nature prescriptions are gaining popularity as a form of social prescribing in support of sustainable health care..."
4-11-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A once-biologically dead river in southern India has been revived to the fullest extent thanks to local dedication and government involvement..."
4-10-23 / by CBSNews.com
"On his day off, Vernon Jackson still goes to work, opening up his Cincinnati barber shop, Noble Barber and Beauty, for VIP clients: children with special needs..."
4-9-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A Missouri boy has made it his mission to help bring joy to others during their Easter celebration..."
4-8-23 / by FOX8.com
"A family trip to a Lowe's hardware store in Pennsylvania turned into a life-changing moment they will never forget..."
4-7-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Plants are well-established partners that when brought indoors can help alleviate stress, and purify the air, and are well worth the constant watering..."
4-6-23 / by SunnySkyz.com
"A young pilot on her third solo flight found herself in the "scariest moment" of her life.
But someone in the sky was looking out for her..."
4-5-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"A hero skier saved the life of a snowboarder completely buried head-first in a massive snow drift..."
4-4-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A centenarian survived a choking incident while riding in a car with her daughter in Hawaii, thanks to a good Samaritan who jumped into action..."
4-3-23 / by FOXNews.com
"A Florida cross-country team known as Boss Cross has been helping shelter dogs find homes..."
4-2-23 / by 12News.com
"Meet the 8-year-old girl turning heads on Phoenix courts..."
4-1-23 / by GoodNewsNetwork.org
"Twelve years ago, a stranger paid for Krista and Jeff Butts' three children's haircuts.
It unknowingly sparked over a decade of holiday acts of kindness from the New Hampshire family..."
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