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22-yo with Down Syndrome Becomes Certified Fitness Instructor, Leads Class of 60 at Local Gym
A 22-year-old Utahan with Down Syndrome has just become a certified fitness instructor for the popular fitness program UpBeat Barre. UpBeat Barre instructor and co-owner of VASA Fitness in Kaysville, Jane Johnson, said she had kept her eye
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
Fitted with a Berlin Heart, Little Macs Is ‘Absolutely Thriving’ While He Waits for a Heart Transplant
From the UK comes the story of a baby called Macs, who seemed poised for final-stage heart failure, but who has been saved by a device called a Berlin Heart. The only device of its kind available for babies and children with severe heart fa
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
— Ephesians 4:32
Teen Discovers Coconut Fungi Can Filter Plastic and Sunscreen From Sea—And Wins Science Fair
An East Honolulu high school student discovered a fungi in coconut husks that could clean up plastics and sunscreen from the ocean—and her won multiple awards at the Hawaiʻi State Science & Engineering Fair. Vera Wang, a senior at Kaiser Hi
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Neighbors Get Swept Up in Man’s Viral Journey to Clean a NYC Street Block Every Day for 100 Days
In New York City, something magical has happened along the sidewalk in Washington Heights that can best be described in a metaphor. In the East, the lotus is not only a food source, an ornamental, and a religious symbol, it also serves as a
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.”
— Psalm 23:1
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After 30 Years of Estranged Trains, Sweden and Finland Re-Connect Their Railway Lines
Early on a Monday morning in early August, a train rumbled across a thawed out Arctic landscape in Finland before screeching to a halt at its final destination at a border crossing with Sweden. It may sound ordinary for rail-loving European
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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Last-Minute Flood Warning Saved Over 900 Nepal Students, School Principal Said
More than 900 students and 16 faculty members escaped before the tragic flood on the border with China and Nepal destroyed a school. They are alive today because of a truly last-minute warning by the school’s accountant, who like Paul Rever
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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Pokémon Fans Rally to Help Child After He Was Scammed Out of His Most Valuable Card
A heartwarming story of a community putting values above value comes from the convention floor of Pokémon XP. At the August 29th event in San Francisco, venture capitalist Eric Bahn shared that his son was scammed while trading Pokémon card
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2
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WHO Declares Uganda Ebola-free After 42 Days Without New Cases
Even as their Congolese neighbors battle the worst Ebola outbreak in its history, Uganda has registered 42 days without any new cases. The achievement was marked by the WHO, heavily involved in supporting the two countries in their struggle
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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London’s Ulez linked to healthier lung growth in children
The post London’s Ulez linked to healthier lung growth in children appeared first on Positive News .
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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What Makes a Good Outdoor Changing Robe?
An outdoor changing robe is more than an oversized coat. It is a practical piece of kit designed to help you change clothes comfortably, stay warm between activities and deal with unpredictable weather.
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2
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In London, Children’s Lungs Grow Faster as Traffic Pollution Falls
A visceral reminder of the dangers of air pollution comes now via an uplifting study which found lung development in children was faster in London’s ultra low-emissions zone (ULEZ). It compared children between the ages of 6 and 9 living in
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Florida Teens Design Charity App to Help Generous Locals Deliver ‘Pizza for a Purpose’
Two South Florida teens with a penchant for volunteering have used their IT skills to build an app that facilitates the donation of pizzas from local restaurants to local charities. It streamlines the donation process, allowing anyone to se
“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”
— Hebrews 13:16
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World’s Oldest Person Celebrates 117 Years of a ‘Nonconfrontational’ Approach to Life
The world’s oldest person as acknowledged by the Guinness World Records turned 117 last Friday Ethel Caterham was born in the United Kingdom on August 21st, 1909, when the great-great grandfather of the current king was sitting on the natio
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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5 US Cities Hire Robot Called ‘Dax’ to Help Survey and Repair Sidewalks–Kids Love Him
Citizens across the nation have reported strange figures on city sidewalks. They’re white, short, and inhuman. But this unidentified rolling object comes in peace. His name is Dax, and he’s here to help. This summer saw the curbside debut o
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Secret Love Child: Belgian Car Salesman Becomes a Prince
A Belgian car salesman has become a prince at the age of 26 after being acknowledged as the son of the king’s brother, Prince Laurent.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Art attack: five habits to help you get (back) into art
The post Art attack: five habits to help you get (back) into art appeared first on Positive News .
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2
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Moms Love This Initiation Ritual Freshmen Must Go Through at This Oklahoma High School
School initiation rituals can be embarrassing, crude, and even disturbing, but for a 14-year-old, nothing could be worse than what is demanded of them, day 1, at Bishop Kelly High School in Tulsa. If initiation is about fitting in, what cou
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Zebra Sharks the First Ever to Be Rewilded After 82 Pups Released by Dedicated ‘Shark Nannies’
Out in the wild waters of Indonesia, zebra sharks are extremely rare. Overhunted, these striped bottom dwellers were at risk of going extinct. After 3 years of foundational work, an international consortium of 60 aquariums in 15 countries t
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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How rewilding could help stop the spread of Britain’s wildfires
The post How rewilding could help stop the spread of Britain’s wildfires appeared first on Positive News .
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2
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California Joins 30 States to Require Financial Literacy Courses For Teens in Every High School
California will be helping teens mold their futures as early as possible, by requiring every high schooler to pass a financial literacy course. Legislation now being implemented after its passage in 2024 made California the 26th state to re
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
Good-Humored Scientists Create ‘OnlyMarms’ Page to Boost Marmot Conservation and Donations
Desperate times call for desperate measures. With traditional funding sources facing cuts, The Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, which has spent the last 65 years studying yellow-bellied marmots, had to get creative. That soon led the C
“Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice.”
— Psalm 112:5
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Man Makes 200+ Trips to Remote Villages to Connect Elders with Their Children Working Abroad
It’s estimated that over 110 million Chinese live and work abroad, which for the family members they leave behind can be heart-wrenching and difficult, above all for the elderly. But thanks to a generous soul born to the mountain paths of H
“Give, and it will be given to you.”
— Luke 6:38
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Woman Gives $1 Million in ‘Life-Changing’ Bonuses to Teachers in Her School District
When a local resident found out that her schools in an extremely wealthy Northern California county was at the bottom for state funding, she stepped up to make the difference. Maja Kristin asked the Ross Valley School District to organize a
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Zion Becomes First National Park to Get All-Terrain Wheelchair for Public Use
The world renowned Zion National Park has become the first to offer an all-terrain wheelchair for disabled visitors who want to enjoy the canyon system’s trails. The equipment was made available thanks to a charitable nonprofit which used d
“Give, and it will be given to you.”
— Luke 6:38
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Foldable eMoped For Getting Around Town
Finnish e-mobility brand Augment's new electric vehicle is designed for people who don't necessarily want to leave their ride outside for reasons of security or convenience.
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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Construction Worker Discovers Gold Hoard After Literally Striking a Gold Bar with His Jackhammer
Police in Belgium recently made a most remarkable discovery while digging under the foundations of an old brewery. While using a jackhammer on the property in the city of Dendermonde, about 19 miles outside of Brussels, construction workers
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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Ferrari's First EV Sells For $40 Million at Auction
It marks a new record for any new car sold at auction, and the good news is that all proceeds from the sale are going to charity.
“Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice.”
— Psalm 112:5
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Garbage Workers in Italy Help Woman Find Her Million Jackpot
After winning a million euros, a woman mistakenly tossed the lucky lottery ticket into a trash bin. But the local sanitation company in southern Italy launched an hours-long search through an entire truck of trash. Waste management company
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2
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Money Down The Drain: Student Finds $10 Million in Gold Bars Whilst Digging a Sewer
For an 18-year-old student with a summer job working on a Belgian building site, “money down the drain” has taken on a whole new meaning.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
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9-Year-Old Boy is World's Youngest Museum Curator
It’s not unusual for a child to love dinosaurs, but it is quite rare for someone so young to have opened a museum of their own dedicated to fossils and natural history.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11