The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 11/01/2026On a misty Thursday morning in the village of Pamohi, Assam, children walk to school with two bags. One holds their books; the other, 25 cleaned and sorted plastic bags and bottles. For these students, the latter is currency — their school, the Akshar Forum, accepts plastic as tuition fees. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 10/01/2026In Macclesfield, England, 21-year-old Ishan Goshawk, an apprentice at AstraZeneca, steps into a lab full of robots, ready to fill vials for experiments. Unlike most students, he’s using high-end equipment from his second week on the job. #Apprenticeship 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 10/01/2026This is the latest weekly newsletter, What Could Go Right? Sign up here to receive it in your inbox every Thursday at 5am ET. Catch up on past issues here. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Welcome back to our weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting the team talking. Let us know what you’ve been reading at info@reasonstobecheerful.world! 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 09/01/2026This week's newsletter dives into the significant strides toward a tobacco-free future. New Zealand considered a generational tobacco ban, but the Maldives has taken the lead, being the first to prohibit anyone born after January 1, 2007, from smoking or selling tobacco. #TobaccoEndgame 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Want to restore the planet’s ecosystems while witnessing your impact in monthly videos? The first 100 people to join Planet Wild with the code GOOD12 will get the first month for free: planetwild.com/r/goodnews/join/12 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Readers! It’s winter membership drive time, and the goal is to raise $75,000 before year-end. Will support help reach this target? #MembershipDrive 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 07/01/2026At a landfill on Majuli, known as the world’s largest riverine island, a cluster of ungainly birds peck at garbage. These greater adjutant storks (Leptoptilos dubius) stand over four and a half feet tall, bald with a strange orange pouch on their necks. #Wildlife 110
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 07/01/2026Happy New Year! Here’s a roundup of the many ways the world changed for the better in 2025. Let this bring warmth about the year behind and the one ahead! 111
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 06/01/2026The open-air central bus station in Dunkirk buzzes like a Formula 1 pit lane. Pink, green, and blue buses whirl in and out, with passengers hopping on and off at every door. The arrivals board, displaying various destinations, ticks over rapidly—drivers competing for a podium spot. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 06/01/2026As soon as John Seigel-Boettner invites passengers onto his black trishaw, downtown Santa Barbara seems to smile. Pedestrians wave, children stop mid-stride. With his silver mustache and cheerful “Mr. Rogers” t-shirt, Seigel-Boettner is a familiar sight in this coastal city. 110
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 05/01/2026Welcome back to The Spark, a monthly celebration of people creating positive change, one meaningful step at a time. Supported by Laura Rice, The Spark brings uplifting stories to your inbox each month. #PositiveChange 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 30/08/2025The red-brick Frampton Park Estate in east London is not just another residential complex; it’s a pioneering hub for equitable energy transition. Here, low-income residents are now directly benefiting from solar energy. #EnergyTransition 110
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 30/08/2025Every summer, the lush buzz of Bradfield Woods in Suffolk, England, captivates visitors. Insects flit busily through wildflowers and butterflies dance in the air. The sound of life is truly extraordinary, as confirmed by Alex Lack from Suffolk Wildlife Trust. #Biodiversity 110
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 29/08/2025Mainstream media frets a lot about Gen Z, often painting a picture of a generation that is dopamine-addled, mentally unwell, and disappointed in leadership. But is it time to reconsider? 110
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 29/08/2025China has achieved its green energy goals 6 years ahead of schedule! This milestone marks a significant step forward in the global fight against climate change. #news #goodnews #china 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 28/08/2025Welcome back to the weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse, where the team shares important discussions. Let us know your thoughts at info@reasonstobecheerful.world. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 27/08/2025Your Monthly Dose of Good News is back for August! 🌟Discover exciting updates, from the world's largest national park system to amazing breakthroughs in science! #GoodNews 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 25/08/2025Hundreds of plastic bottles, Styrofoam, car tires, and even refrigerators pile high on a raft on the Tisza River, northeast of Budapest. This makeshift mothership welcomes canoes filled with collected plastic waste, sparking laughter and outdoor camaraderie among participants. #PlasticPollution 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 22/08/2025Nearly nine out of ten Americans think the divorce rate is climbing. In reality, it's at a 50-year low: Couples marrying today face a 40% chance of divorce compared to 47% in the 1990s. It’s not marriage that’s booming, but rather a decline in marriage itself. #DivorceRates 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 21/08/2025First ever successful pig liver transplant for humans! This groundbreaking achievement in medicine signals a new era for organ transplantation. #GoodNews 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 16/08/2025On a brisk February morning in Miami, engineers were at a cruise ship terminal, preparing to plug in a ship to the electrical grid. This event is far from ordinary. #CruiseShips 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Seattle is leading the way in public campaign financing. In August, voters renewed the democracy vouchers program, allowing each adult resident to donate $100 to local candidates of their choice. #SeattlePolitics 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 15/08/2025This week's newsletter discusses a troubling trend: RFK Jr. has decided to pull funding for critical mRNA vaccine projects aimed at upper respiratory infections. This move could erase or delay significant advancements in the field. #HealthInnovation 210
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 14/08/2025These 10 inspiring stories prove that anything is possible. Just take a look at these remarkable individuals! #Inspiration 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 14/08/2025Welcome back to the weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting the team talking. Let us know what you think at info@reasonstobecheerful.world. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Invasive Asian carp have become one of the greatest challenges in the Mississippi River Basin since their accidental introduction in the 1970s. These fish are rapidly reproducing and outcompeting native species, creating a serious headache for policymakers. #InvasiveSpecies 110
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 12/08/2025Etteln, a tiny village in North Rhine-Westphalia with just 1,750 residents, recently snagged the title of the world’s smartest city! 🏆 But how did this unassuming town rise above giants like Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Singapore? Let's dive in! 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 08/08/2025Welcome back to The Spark, a monthly newsletter showcasing how ordinary people are igniting positive change, one step at a time. #PositiveChange 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 07/08/2025In 2014, schools in Monterey Bay were missing something essential: local seafood. While fresh local produce graced salad bars, the only seafood option was frozen fish sticks. This was a glaring omission given the bay's rich aquatic ecosystem. #LocalSeafood 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 06/08/2025Welcome back to the weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting the team talking. Let us know what you think at info@reasonstobecheerful.world. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 04/08/202510 pieces of good news to brighten your day! 🌍✨ 1. Discovery of New Endangered Monkey Population 🐒 2. Rwanda Becomes New Home for 70 White Rhinos 🦏 Stay tuned for more uplifting updates! 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 02/08/2025On a quiet June morning in Dudran, a remote village in Jammu and Kashmir, the stillness is broken by the rustle of the breeze and chirping of birds. Amid this calm, Mohammad Aamir walks steadily, balancing a deaag, a large metal vessel filled with fresh milk, 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 01/08/2025In 2023, a Queenslander spotted a peculiar clam in the Ipswich river waters, uploading her find to citizen scientist platform iNaturalist. This simple act set off a chain reaction in Australia’s biosecurity efforts. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 01/08/2025This week's newsletter is here: "What Could Go Right?" Sign up to receive it every Thursday at 5am ET! Let's dive into some reflections on well-being. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 31/07/2025Fix The News is taking a brief pause while transitioning to Substack. Expect an email from fixthenews@substack.com in a fortnight. No action needed unless emails stop arriving. Check spam or re-subscribe at fixthenews.substack.com if necessary. Questions? Just hit reply! 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 30/07/2025Welcome back to the weekly glimpse at what’s getting the team talking. Let us know your thoughts at info@reasonstobecheerful.world. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 29/07/2025Kamloops, BC, bathes in over 3,100 hours of sunshine annually, leading Thompson Rivers University (TRU) to harness this light for electricity in 2016. But they did more than follow suit; TRU became the first in Canada to embed solar panels directly into the ground. 110
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The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 28/07/2025Every morning in Jaipur, a woman named Poonam Devi takes to the streets in her bright pink electric auto rickshaw. At 33, she is challenging norms by becoming one of the few female drivers, sparking curiosity and conversation wherever she goes. #WomenEmpowerment 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 27/07/2025Your Monthly Dose of Good News | July is here! Check out these incredible highlights from around the world! 🌍 #news #goodnews 112
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 26/07/2025In New Orleans, the impact of giving students cash with no strings attached is unfolding. Meet Kapri, Lyrik, and Kevin, who have been part of a unique study exploring cash assistance for teens. #EducationReform 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 26/07/2025You're reading Fix The News, a weekly roundup of stories of progress. Subscribe for a deep dive into positivity and change! #FixTheNews 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 25/07/2025In Pakistan, breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women, and social stigma often delays diagnosis. But a quiet revolution is underway with PinkDetect, a mobile app empowering women to screen themselves privately and timely. #BreastCancerAwareness 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 24/07/2025This is our weekly newsletter, What Could Go Right? Sign up here to receive it every Thursday at 5am ET. You can read past issues here. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 24/07/2025Welcome back to our weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting our team talking. Let us know what you think at info@reasonstobecheerful.world. 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 21/07/2025Behind David Milarch’s desk in rural Michigan, thousands of infant sequoias and coastal redwoods sprout in bus-size greenhouses. These saplings are descendants of champion trees, part of the Archangel Ancient Tree Archive (AATA), a living library of the world’s mightiest trees. #ClimateAction 121
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 21/07/202510 Good News That Will Make You Happy! Let's dive into some incredible stories that will surely brighten your day! 🌟 100
The Bright Side @the-bright-side.bsky.social · 19/07/2025In February 2025, in the shadow of the Israel-Hamas War, a classical string quartet in a Chicago library played Lao Rahal Soti: “If my voice departs, your voices will not.” This poignant moment brought together hearts suffering from conflict. #musicunites 110