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Romans Made Color-Changing Glass–and We’ve Just Replicated After 1,600 Years
The Romans were incredible materials scientists, having famously invented self-healing concrete that allowed their structures to stand for millennia. Yet for some, it’s the glass that forms this one—yes, one—goblet that marks the undisputed
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Coral Bleaching Reversed at Record Speed Using New Stanford Method: ‘Not a Lost Cause, at All’
Coral bleaching has been reversed at record speed using a new method developed at Stanford University. Corals that were ghostly white returned to full health in their lab in a mere seven weeks—the fastest documented recovery to date. It is
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Drape Some of This ‘Plant Armor’ Fabric Over a Strawberry Patch to Triple Yields with Less Pesticides
A new textile used to cover strawberry plants more than tripled fruit yields in field tests, without negatively impacting plant health. Importantly, the technology could also significantly reduce water and pesticide usage in strawberry prod
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
An Extinct Crocodilian’s Skull Was Found in the Rocks That Built the Sphinx, and it’s Also Missing its Nose
A new crocodilian species has been identified from fossils recovered from a rock layer harvested by ancient Egyptians to build the Sphinx And funnily enough, just like the iconic Egyptian landmark, this fossilized reptile is missing the tip
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
Woman Who Lost Her Sister Invents a Child’s Car Seat Sticker That Doubles as Hospital Bracelet
A sister turned her personal tragedy into a brilliant emergency safety product. Simple yet vital, the Roth ID Tag is an adhesive designed to stick forever on the fabric of a child’s car seat. If that child needs to be rushed to the hospital
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
World’s Largest ‘Glacial Archeology’ Expedition Recovers 48 Stone Age Arrowheads and Shafts
In a mountainous region of southern Norway, scientists are in their 20th year of surveying glaciers for ancient artifacts entombed therein. The most recent chapter of this long-running saga was the recovery of 48 arrow heads and shafts from
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
‘You’re Walking!’ – Dad Surprises Children Having Recovered Ability to Walk After Serious Brain Injury
After 3 years of recovery from a brain injury sustained in a car accident, a father surprised his children by walking independently again. Lounging on the couch enjoying some TV time, children are excellent at completely zoning out of every
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
Fox Left For Dead After Being Run Over is Now Recovering Thanks to Swimming Lessons
A fox cub that was left for dead after being hit by a car is making a miracle recovery thanks to hydrotherapy swimming sessions. The young kit, aptly named Chance, was reportedly stuck for days with its back legs unable to function after th
“Give, and it will be given to you.”
— Luke 6:38
World’s First Solar Ambulance Just Passed Critical Tests
A third of Africans live a significant distance from health services. And electricity access is a major issue at medical facilities across the continent, limiting what care can be offered.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
10 Pounds of Viking Silver Found in Finland Extend Incredible Year for Scandinavian Treasure Hunts
Metal detectors have had a banner year in Scandinavia, where records for the largest recovered Viking silver hoards have been made in Norway, Denmark, and now Finland. A man found two large hoards of silver in southern Finland, containing t
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
Following Timor-Leste’s Triumph, All of Southeast Asia Has Eliminated Trachoma
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced it has certified Timor-Leste as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem. The leading infectious cause of blindness, the achievement on the island nation now means that the
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
EMT Ran 1.5 Miles up 1,000 Feet of Elevation in 31 Minutes to Get Blood Transfusion for Injured Climber
Experienced rock climber and father Jacob Gregory was dying. Experienced rock climber and EMT Will Soper wasn’t going to let that happen. Gregory had fallen 20 feet down a rock face on North Carolina’s Shortoff Mountain, suffered a critical
“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
New Gym in Paris Helps Homeless Folks Improve Their Health And Habits–Without Leaving the Shelter
A gym equipment company from Finland is bringing physical fitness to the homeless community of Paris. Inactivity is a growing public health concern, but especially in lower income communities. To address this challenge, Omnigym installed an
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.”
— Psalm 23:1
Red Sea Coral Dying From Heat Stress is Being Revived With Probiotics
Coral dying from heat stress has been revived after scientists successfully applied probiotic and post-biotic treatments in open seas for the the first time. Although probiotics have previously been shown to rehabilitate corals in South Flo
“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
— 2 Corinthians 4:17
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
Epic Road Trip: 'Die on The Road, Not in Hospital’
A Chinese couple has spent a decade travelling together. The husband of a partially paralysed wife, says that life on the road has made her “100 times” more spirited.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Health Benefits Help Lions And Humans Co-Exist in East Africa
Human-wildlife conflict is a big issue in parts of Africa, but a new initiative is proving to be a successful idea.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
‘Die on the road, not in hospital’: Chinese Man Takes Paralyzed Wife on Epic Road Trip
Like any pair of baby boomers in America, Liu Peijin and his wife dreamed as newly-weds of a grand tour around their native China. Marrying out of high school, they had a normal enough life—with Mr. Liu embarking on a long career in the mil
“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 News
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Italian Police Recover Stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse Artworks Worth Millions
From the Italian police’s crack art crimes team comes the news that 3 stolen paintings by famous French artists were recovered and returned to their owners. The Carabinieri, or military police, report that the paintings had been stolen in a
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Threatened Bird Species Given Tiny Foot Casts to Help Recovery After Hit by Car
A bird that was hit by a car is undergoing a rather curious rehabilitation procedure. The animal hospital it was taken do designed a pair of specially-built casts made of cardboard and tape. It’s a bit makeshift, but the bird is said to be
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
97-Year-old is Overwhelmed to Attend Great-Granddaughter’s Graduation From Same Med School He Tackled 60 Years ago
97-year-old Westel Creager became determined to keep a promise he made years ago. When his great-granddaughter Haiden was going off to college, Westel told her that if she got into medical school, he’d be there when she graduated—and put on
“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 News
#healing
Great Barrier Reef’s Recovery From Bleaching is Aided by Monsoon
The world’s largest coral system, the Great Barrier Reef, suffered six mass ‘bleaching events’ between 2016 and 2025, due in part to warming oceans. Before the 1990s, any bleaching events were “exceptionally rare” along the 1,400 miles of c
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Self-Healing Contact Lenses Repair Scratches with Just 1 Hour of UV Light Exposure
A major, early-stage advancement in vision technology comes to us now from South Korea, where researchers created a contact lens that repairs scratches automatically when exposed to sunlight. A scratched lens can mean an expensive replaceme
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Expert's Advice For 6 Daily Habits to Slow Ageing
Harvard scientist Rudolph Tanzi shares his recommendations for brain health and making sure you age well.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
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Soaking in a Hot Bath is Even Better Than Being in a Sauna
Saunas are popular for our health because the increased ambient heat triggers a cascade of positive effects in the body that can lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation. But, most people don't have access to a sauna...
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
When Outpatient Therapy Isn't Enough: Understanding Inpatient Mental Health Care
Sometimes weekly therapy sessions just aren't enough.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
3,000 Backlogged Eye Surgeries Paid Forward by US-Caribbean Churches, Restoring Sight for Thousands
A hospital in Trinidad and Tobago was the site of an incredible, 12-day surgical marathon. When the scrubs were finally hung up, 3,000 people had regained vision free of charge thanks to the Church of the 7th Day Adventists, who organized d
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
— Galatians 6:9
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#healing
Kansas City Cop Won’t Stop Until He Finds Stolen E-Bike for Cancer Patient One Month Later
On May 10, when someone stole the e-bike that this cancer survivor needed to get to her oncology appointments, Officer JP Young of the Kansas City Police Department told her he would do everything he could to find it. Ever since it went mis
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
What went right this week: wins for health and high seas, plus more
The post What went right this week: wins for health and high seas, plus more appeared first on Positive News .
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Good News
#healing
Taylor Swift Has Sweet Moment With Patients at the Children's Hospital in Florida
The superstar visited patients and took photos with staff at the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18