A Thread for Good News

[Luanne]

Santa Fe man helps get homemade desks to kids for virtual learning

Santa Fe man helps get homemade desks to kids for virtual learning

It was a race to set up virtual learning spaces for students getting ready for a new way of learning this fall. For some it was harder than others.

www.koat.com

 

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Girl Scout Takes A Stand Against Stress

Girl Scout Takes A Stand Against Stress

Girl Scout Lucy Stimson addressed the growing problem with stress in her community by taking a stand to help others while earning Gold Award.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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After Cancer She Started Driving Uber, Using Tips to Make Sandwiches For the Homeless–Now a 24-yo Rider is Her BFF

After Cancer She Started Driving Uber, Using Tips to Make Sandwiches For the Homeless–Now a 24-yo Rider is Her BFF

Kerry Wiles and Ryan Caldwall have been making and handing out meals to the homeless community in Tennesse while on Lyft and Uber drives.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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someone finally came and took my free four person hottub, aftr three no shows that dragged on and on

 

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Excited Scientists Make Type-2 Diabetes Breakthrough With First-Ever Glimpse At How Protein Behind Disease Works

Excited Scientists Make Type-2 Diabetes Breakthrough With First-Ever Glimpse At How Protein Behind Disease Works

Scientists have observed the architecture of amyloid fibrils for the first time. This could lead to a breakthrough in Type 2 diabetes treatment.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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911 Dispatcher Saves Lives of Baby and 71-Year-Old Man Who Stopped Breathing in One Shift: 'A True Hero'

911 Dispatcher Saves Lives of Baby and 71-Year-Old Man Who Stopped Breathing in One Shift: 'A True Hero'

McKenzie Davis assisted in resuscitating two people in the span of an hour by providing CPR instructions over the phone, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office

people.com

You know this is their job and what they are trained to do, but it’s still kind of amazing that a 21 year old saved 2 lives in less than an hour! I think the word “hero” is fitting.

 

[Sandi Bo]

someone finally came and took my free four person hottub, aftr three no shows that dragged on and on

I don't put stuff out and say first come, first served -- but totally understand why people do. It can be very time consuming just giving something away! Good for you!!

 

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Billionaire Fulfills Dream Of Giving Away Entire $8B Fortune While He’s Still Alive.

Billionaire Fulfills Dream Of Giving Away Entire $8B Fortune While He's Still Alive.

As the old adage goes, money can't buy happiness. But Charles "Chuck" Feeney knows firsthand that it can be used to make the world a better place!

www.inspiremore.com

 

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Blind teen swimmer and guide dog make 'perfect pair' in Paralympics quest

Blind teen swimmer and guide dog make ‘perfect pair’ in Paralympics quest

Anastasia Pagonis hopes to win gold for the USA in the 2021 Paralympics in Tokyo.

www.today.com

 

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Losing the COVID 19-Pounds (of Weight Gain): Slimming Strategies for Post-Lockdown Renewal

Losing the COVID 19-Pounds (of Weight Gain): Slimming Strategies for Post-Lockdown Renewal

With coronavirus lockdowns still in affect across the world, here's GNN's guide to 9 health and fitness tips for losing the "Covid 19 (lbs)."

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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First Ever Perfectly-Preserved Extinct Ice Age Cave Bear Discovered by Reindeer Herders in the Russian Arctic

First Ever Perfectly-Preserved Extinct Ice Age Cave Bear Discovered by Reindeer Herders in the Russian Arctic

Herders in Siberia discoverd the remains of a mummified cave bear encased in permafrost with its nose and soft organs perfectly intact.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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Lonely Widower Puts Up a Poster Asking For Friends—And is Flooded With Messages From New Pals

Lonely Widower Puts Up a Poster Asking For Friends—And is Flooded With Messages From New Pals

Tony Williams of Altons, England put up a poster asking for friends after his wife died. Now he has thousands of new pals around the world.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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Friends’ Weekly Zoom Call Turns Into Rescue Mission When Woman Starts Having Stroke.

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[Panina]

Conjoined Michigan twins separated in 11-hour surgery


https://www.foxnews.com/health/conjoined-twin-girls-separated-michigan

 

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New York Ad Executive gets laid off. Now, he mows senior’s lawns for free.

 

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Older People Became Younger, With ‘Meaningful’ Mental And Physical Improvement Since 1990, Says Study

Older People Became Younger, With ‘Meaningful’ Mental And Physical Improvement Since 1990, Says Study

A University of Jyväskylä study finds that, over the past three decades, older people have shown improved body and brain function.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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Teen Builds Over 100 Desks To Help Other Students With Virtual Schooling.

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Bodybuilder With Cystic Fibrosis Inspires 1000s With His Journey To Health.

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I’ll try to think about this guy the next time I don’t want to go for my walk!

 

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Pro Golfer’s “Hangry Project” Gives Florida Skater Kids Food And “A Safe Space.”

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Generous Boss Gives 10 Million to His Staff Saying ‘Thank You’ As He Retires

Generous Boss Gives $12.7 Million to His Staff, Saying ‘Thank You’ As He Retires

David Stevens, co-founder of the motor insurance company Admiral, has given a retirement farewell gift to his staff: £10 million.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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89-year-old pizza delivery driver gets $12,000 tip surprise from 'TikTok Family'

89-year-old pizza delivery driver gets $12,000 tip surprise from 'TikTok Family' | CNN

The tables quickly turned for an 89-year-old pizza delivery driver who received a surprise delivery of his own from "regulars" on his route -- a $12,000 tip.

www.cnn.com

 

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McDonald's Employee Shows Act Of Kindness To Mother In Tears In Drive-Thru

McDonald's Employee Shows Act Of Kindness To Mother In Tears In Drive-Thru

For Brittany Reed of Waynesville, Ohio, it was one of those days. Between doctor's appointments, football practices and school, she made a spot decision: dinner would be at McDonald's.

www.sunnyskyz.com

I love this, “He made this stressed out momma pause for a moment and realize this is exactly what we parents are trying to do, raise great humans.”

 

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McDonald's Employee Shows Act Of Kindness To Mother In Tears In Drive-Thru

McDonald's Employee Shows Act Of Kindness To Mother In Tears In Drive-Thru

For Brittany Reed of Waynesville, Ohio, it was one of those days. Between doctor's appointments, football practices and school, she made a spot decision: dinner would be at McDonald's.

www.sunnyskyz.com

I love this, “He made this stressed out momma pause for a moment and realize this is exactly what we parents are trying to do, raise great humans.”

Momma & the employee are

McDonald's Employee Shows Act Of Kindness To Mother In Tears In Drive-Thru

McDonald's Employee Shows Act Of Kindness To Mother In Tears In Drive-Thru

For Brittany Reed of Waynesville, Ohio, it was one of those days. Between doctor's appointments, football practices and school, she made a spot decision: dinner would be at McDonald's.

www.sunnyskyz.com

I love this, “He made this stressed out momma pause for a moment and realize this is exactly what we parents are trying to do, raise great humans.”

Momma & the Employee are examples of 2 fine people.

 

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Tennessee High School Students Collect 10K Face Masks For Those in Need, Sharing Advice For Other Youth

Tennessee High School Students Collect 10K Face Masks For Those in Need, Sharing Advice For Other Youth

Led by Ben Beard, Tennessee students at Independence High School collected over 10K face masks for Mask Now TN.

www.goodnewsnetwork.org

 

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After Giving Her Last $20 To Stranger, Cashier Is Blown Away By Neighbors’ Response.

After Giving Her Last $20 To Stranger, Cashier Is Blown Away By Neighbors’ Response.

Have you ever gone to pay for something at a store, only to realize you forgot your wallet?

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