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Chance Encounter Between 2 Indiana Graduates Rescues Former College Ball Star from Homelessness
See that red backpack there? Sampson James used it to carry around his meager possessions during a stint of homelessness. Little did James know at the time this photo was taken, however, that it was also carrying around his salvation. This
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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We’re likely to breach 1.5C. What happens next is still in our hands
The post We’re likely to breach 1.5C. What happens next is still in our hands appeared first on Positive News .
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Good News in History, September 7
90 years ago today, Buddy Holly was born into poverty in a musical family in Lubbock, Texas. In just 18 months, from his first #1 hit song, That’ll Be The Day, to when he died in a tragic plane crash at age 22, the prolific singer-songwrite
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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Australia Has Cut The Price of Electricity in Half
“Australia is one of the very, very few countries in the world which is reducing wholesale prices in the midst of a global energy crisis.”
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Debt-Stricken Single Mom Pays Off $25K Debt in 5 Months by Decluttering 410 Items
A British mom who racked up £23,000 in debt ($31K) has paid back $25,000 (£19,000) in just five months by decluttering and selling 410 household items on Vinted, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace. 32-year-old Ellie says her debt began to “snow
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Good News in History, September 6
31 years ago today, Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig’s baseball record when he played in his 2,131st consecutive game. Once considered a near-impossible feat, “the streak,” which continued for 2,632 games, earned Cal the nickname, Iron Man.
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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12 Golden Puppies in One Litter Reunite With Mom On First Birthday: ‘It turned into a real extended family’
A litter of 12 unexpected puppies were reunited with their golden mom and dad to celebrate their first birthday as a family. The humans, crucial to this dog family, were also there, reminiscing about when sister Rhian was babysitting her br
“God saw all that he had made, and it was very good.”
— Genesis 1:31
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Good News in History, September 5
252 years ago today, the First Continental Congress was organized in Carpenter’s Hall, Philadelphia, after the British Navy implemented a blockade of Boston Harbor and the Parliament of Great Britain passed the punitive Intolerable Acts in
“Let us start rebuilding.”
— Nehemiah 2:18
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Endangered Salmon Return to California Rivers in Incredible Numbers: ‘Everybody’s just ecstatic’
A record 30,000 coho salmon returned to central California rivers last season—up 10x from an average of 3,000 over the last decade—and double the total of last season. Running up the rivers which empty into the Mendocino coast, the prolifer
“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
— 2 Corinthians 4:17
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A Terrier Rescued After Spending 2 Days Underground Lost in a Badger Warren
A very English story of peril and rescue comes to us now from Nottinghamshire, where a man’s terrier was stuck underground for 2 days after getting lost in a badger warren. Cello is a 6-year-old parson Russell terrier, and he was out walkin
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
— Joshua 1:9
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Good News in History, September 4
Happy 64th Birthday to the Japanese Nobel laureate, Sinya Yamanaka, whose pioneering work in the science of stem cells led him to identify the “Yamanaka Factors”— 4 different genetic transcription factors that he used to turn any adult huma
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— Nehemiah 2:18
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Take a Look Around Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hidden Woodland Utopia
Architectural Digest explores how Wright’s iconic design principles are brought to life in this small-but-mighty masterpiece in the visionary Usonia neighborhood, nestled in the woods just an hour from Manhattan.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Indian Home Stays Cool Without A/C Through Clever Clay Architecture
Every summer it seems there’s a part of the world experiencing record temperatures, so perhaps it’s time for architects to design buildings designed to resist heat as easily as possible. GNN has reported, mostly in Asia, about firms that sp
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Survey Finds Blackbirds to Have the Most Beautiful Songs in the Avian World–Science Explains Why
The next time you hear a blackbird singing in the dead of night, know that you’re listening to the most pleasant song in the world. What the bird lacks in dressage it makes up for in repertoire, a new survey and study from the University of
“God saw all that he had made, and it was very good.”
— Genesis 1:31
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3 Million Oysters Eaten by New Yorkers Are Rebuilding the City’s Reefs
On Governor’s Island in New York City, a nonprofit is turning wasted oyster shells into new oyster reefs that filter pollutants from the harbor, absorb wave energy, and supply the city’s restaurant industry. Called the Billion Oyster Projec
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— Nehemiah 2:18
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Richard E. Grant fronts Second Hand September as Britons try to buy fewer clothes
The post Richard E. Grant fronts Second Hand September as Britons try to buy fewer clothes appeared first on Positive News .
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Good News in History, September 3
Happy Birthday to Shaun White, the three-time Olympic gold medalist in half-pipe snowboarding, who turns 40 today. He was a champion skateboarder in his teens after undergoing two open-heart surgeries as an infant. He became first person to
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— Nehemiah 2:18
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Morocco is Building The World's Largest Football Stadium
Morocco will host the 2030 FIFA World Cup for the first time in its history, alongside Spain and Portugal, and the African nation is going all out to impress. Take a look.
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19-Year-Old Surfer Scores Perfect 10 in Fiji
Congratulations to Erin Brooks. Particularly as this comes straight after her win in Tahiti.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
Stray Cat Nursed Back to Health by Train Staff, Climbs the Ranks to Become Stationmaster
Japan is nothing if not a servant to tradition; even if the tradition is a little strange. Admittedly a little less strange than the annual Kanamara Matsuri festival in Kawasaki (parental guidance suggested) the custom of railway lines prom
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
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Original Picasso Stolen 8 Years Ago Found Hanging in Relinquished Apartment by Milwaukee Landlord
Whether it’s cleaning out an attic or a Wisconsin apartment, in one landlord’s case, finding an original Pablo Picasso work might seem like an unbelievable stroke of luck. GNN knows slightly better—every year pieces by the most famous Spani
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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What Brazil’s supercentenarians can teach us about living to 120
The post What Brazil’s supercentenarians can teach us about living to 120 appeared first on Positive News .
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Good News in History September 2
Happy 62nd Birthday to Keanu Reeves, the actor who might be called one of the nicest guys in show business. The Canadian started his career with humor and light-hearted films like Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, before moving onto becom
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— Nehemiah 2:18
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Why do Ambulance Drivers Rarely Die of Alzheimer’s?
It's not just ambulance drivers; taxi drivers fall into the same happy category too.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Nokia's Not Entirely Dumb Phone is Also Super Cheap
Once the world's most popular maker of mobile phones, Nokia now offers rather more esoteric options. Like this gizmo.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Appalachian Trail: 91-Year-Old Reclaims Record
Congratulations to Dale Sanders. He has become the oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Building a Wardrobe Around Basics Makes Getting Dressed Effortless
Have you ever opened your closet and it was full, yet you had nothing to wear?
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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Good News in History, September 1
881 years ago today, Ibn Jubayir was born in Moorish Spain. This pilgrim and talented writer went on the Hajj to Mecca in 1183, and penned a valuable, beautiful, first-hand account of the places and people he saw, which included the Crusade
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— Nehemiah 2:18
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Man Builds a Cheap Street-Legal Sports Car in His Shed
Disappointed by what was on offer in Britain's market, Robert Ely decided that if carmakers don't build affordable, fun cars, he would have to build one yourself. So, he did.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28
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The World's Largest National Park
It's more than one hundred times larger than Yellowstone National Park and home to the world's deadliest bear. Any guesses?
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28