Human KindnessPositive News Reviewed Jul 16, 2026
How a farming programme in Sierra Leone helps amputees rebuild lives
An empowering initiative teaches people with limb loss how to farm sustainably, enabling many to start businesses
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Community WinsGood News Network Reviewed Jul 16, 2026
Maine Counts Over 20 Million River Herring During Annual Run, the Highest in Decades
A beloved local fish staple that was illegal to harvest as recently as 2012 has seen an incredible recovery in Maine’s rivers following the removal of several large dams. Particularly on the Penobscot River, the removal of 2 dams has resulted in the “premier success story of our time,” for Maine’s alewife fish, which had
Science and HealthPhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 16, 2026
Tunas and other ocean predators may have evolved more slowly than previous research predicted
Today, oceans host a large variety of fast, resilient marine predators, including tunas, mackerels and various other fish species. Many of these fish belong to a lineage known as Scombridae, whose members are characterized by fins supported by thin, bony structures known as rays.
Good EarthYale Climate Connections Reviewed Jul 16, 2026
They were offered free flood protection. So why are so few homeowners saying yes?
A government program elevates some Louisiana homes at no cost, but skepticism and unanswered questions are slowing participation.
Creative JoyGood News Network Reviewed Jul 16, 2026
Good News in History, July 16
1404 years ago today, the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad (PBUH), journeyed with his followers from Mecca to Medina. As an event it’s known as the Hijrah, and the start of the Islamic calendar. The whole departure spanned about three months, during which Muhammad remained behind to convince those who were reluctant. The second Rashidun Caliph,
Animal RescuePhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Unhoused people and wildlife are increasingly coming into contact. Here's what can be done to protect them
As homelessness increases around the world, more unhoused people are turning to parks and other urban green spaces to seek shelter. However, these places are also home to animals that live in and around urban areas.
Science and HealthNASA News Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
NASA Uses Subscale Aircraft to Accelerate Flight Innovation
Testing new aerospace concepts in flight remains one of NASA’s most effective ways to advance knowledge and reduce risk. The Dale Reed Subscale Flight Research Laboratory at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, supports this mission by using small, remotely piloted and autonomous aircraft as cost‑effective platforms to mature innovative ideas, accelerate learning,
Science and HealthPhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Bacteria form 'herds' to survive predators, offering fresh insight into Earth's carbon cycle
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have discovered that tiny photosynthetic bacteria band together into protective "herds" when attacked by predators—a survival strategy that could also influence how carbon is stored in the world's waters.
Science and HealthPhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
New algorithm improves gene expression marker identification across diverse biological systems
Researchers have developed a new computational approach that enables more accurate selection of genes that characterize different cellular states from mRNA-seq data, offering a more interpretable way to analyze complex biological data. The study, published in Frontiers in Immunology, involved researchers from the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), IrsiCaixa and the Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas (CIBEREHD).
Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Aboriginal Artist Transforms Memories Into Textured Abstract Paintings
Aboriginal Artist Transforms Memories Into Textured Abstract Paintings A passion for art-making can arise at any point in life, even in your 80s. This was the case for Aboriginal painter Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori, whose work is now on display in an exhibition titled a story place out to sea.
Good EarthGood News Network Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Humpback Whale Watching Surges in Brazil Where Population Has Grown 27-fold Since Whaling Ended
The population of humpback whales around the world continues to climb ever higher, as do the records for numbers of sightings in single whale-watching seasons. In Brazil’s renowned Guanabara Bay, whale watching trips are becoming popular thanks to an increase in the population of humpbacks from 2,000 in 1986, to around 35,000 today. Every year,
Science and HealthPhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
New species of monkey with unusual orange lips discovered in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Scientists have described a new species of colobus monkey in the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), report John Hart at Lukuru Wildlife Research Foundation and colleagues in PLOS One. The first hint that a new primate species might be hiding in the dense forests of Lomami National Park came in 2008, when conservationists photographed an unidentified monkey during an expedition. After a second sighting in 2018, researchers embarked on a dedicated mission to find and describe the mysterious monkey.
Creative JoyColossal Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
See Peter Marlow’s ‘The English Cathedral’ at London’s Oldest Gothic Church
Between 2010 and 2011, Marlow documented all 42 Anglican cathedrals across the breadth and length of England.
Animal RescuePhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Data shows biggest danger to wildlife is people, not cats
Human-created hazards are responsible for most wildlife rescues in New South Wales, and researchers are calling for more prevention strategies to save threatened species.
Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
People in Finland Use Pink Baskets To Show They Are Open To Finding Love at Supermarkets
People in Finland Use Pink Baskets To Show They Are Open To Finding Love at Supermarkets Looking for love? You could swipe through dating apps, chat someone up at a bar, or ask friends to play cupid. Or, if you’re in Finland, you can simply carry a pink basket to let everyone know you’re open to meet someone while browsing the aisles.
Good EarthGood News Network Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
3,200-yo Tomb Discovered in Luxor from the Era of Ramses
Another month, another big discovery in Luxor—this time of a tomb with preserved interior frescoes dating back around 3,200 years. The T-shaped tomb was discovered by a team of Dutch-Egypt archaeologists in the middle of a long-term project to combine proactive conservation strategies with archaeological excavations at the Theban Necropolis. Hisham El-Leithy, Secretary-General of Egypt’s
Good EarthPhys.org Earth Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Desert dust in Europe is increasing with implications for health and solar energy installations
While particulate matter air pollution from human activity in transportation, households and industry is decreasing in Europe, thanks to strict regulations, another source is developing in the opposite direction: desert dust.
Good EarthPhys.org Earth Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
New study pinpoints Europe's most critical wetlands for climate action
Wetlands have shaped human life in Europe since ancient times. These ecosystems provided essential resources and safe havens for plants and animals, and in many regions they also held spiritual and ritual significance. For millennia, wetlands covered vast parts of the European continent.
Animal RescuePhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
People overestimate legal protections for dogs, study finds
K. don't fully understand dog laws in the country and often believe stronger protections exist than actually exist, according to a new University of Stirling study. , explored how changing attitudes toward dogs are shaping public expectations and knowledge of dog law.
Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Tennessee Introduces Anti-AI Seal Supporting Photographers Taking Real Photos of the State
Tennessee Introduces Anti-AI Seal Supporting Photographers Taking Real Photos of the State Tennessee tourism has been booming, breaking new records in recent years for the Volunteer State. 7 billion. 6% since 2018, more than double the national average.
Creative JoyMy Modern Met Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Light Installation Makes Historic Paris Chapel Appear To Breathe During Nuit Blanche
Light Installation Makes Historic Paris Chapel Appear To Breathe During Nuit Blanche Italian light artist Emilio Ferro transformed Paris’ historic Chapelle Expiatoire into a glowing, breathing monument with Threshold, a site-specific installation unveiled during Nuit Blanche on June 6, 2026.
Science and HealthPhys.org Biology Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
Diacylglycerols for cleaner oil processing, functional foods and medical nutrition
Fats and oils are essential to life. They provide energy, support the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, contribute to the structure of cell membranes, and give foods their flavor, texture and mouthfeel. Yet the way fats are produced, processed and consumed is changing. Food manufacturers are under pressure to develop ingredients that are not only safe and stable, but also better aligned with health, sustainability and clean-label expectations.
Creative JoyGood News Network Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
South Carolina Restaurant Owner Finds $12,000 in Old Cabinet and Returns it to Former Owner
A restauranteur who found $12,000 in cash got in touch with the rightful owner live on the news to explain he wanted to turn it over. Sak Yiengjuntuek knew as soon as he saw the stack of $100 bills that they belonged to the man who sold him the restaurant that would become Lemongrass Pho
Science and HealthNASA News Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
NASA’s Webb Discovers Hidden Planet in Famous Star System
Astronomers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have discovered a giant planet outside our solar system, called an exoplanet, hiding within one of the most intensely studied planetary systems in our Milky Way galaxy. The young, nearby star Beta Pictoris was already known to host two giant planets: Beta Pictoris b, one of the first