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Firefly species discovered after 90-year absence: 'Even when things seem lost, they can still find their way back'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/gombak-bent-winged-firefly-conservation

Published: June 11, 2025 20:40

Tan Wei Jack and his mentor Wan Faridah Akmal Jusoh made huge waves in the insect community when they rediscovered a long-lost firefly species.

This 'no-walls, no-doors' rainforest resort in Bali doubles as a firefly conservatory and nursery

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/firefly-resort-bali-buahan-conservatory

Published: June 11, 2025 18:43

Atop the Balinese rainforest sits a tree-house style resort that boasts breathtaking views — and a budding firefly nursery.

'No Kings' protest organizers to host food drives in tandem with nationwide rallies

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/no-kings-protest

Published: June 11, 2025 17:42

On June 14, over 1,800 protests have been planned across the country, in “defiance” of President Donald Trump’s militarized birthday parade.

75% of people more likely to visit nature if ordered by a doctor, finds new 'park prescribing' study

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/park-prescription-canada-study

Published: June 10, 2025 18:15

A new peer-reviewed study focused on Canada’s PaRx program finds that nature prescription programs are successful in addressing health challenges.

CEO invites the world to invest in refugees: 'Humanity flourishes when people have the tools to succeed'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/ted-talk-refugees-displacement-inkomoko

Published: June 9, 2025 21:45

For the last decade, Inkomoko CEO Julienne Oyler has recognized a truth that has often gone overlooked: refugees are resilient, resourceful, and indispensable as business owners.

Helene devastated Asheville's bee populations. Here's how beekeepers are bringing them back

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/asheville-north-carolina-bees-honeybees-helene

Published: June 9, 2025 20:05

In North Carolina, over 500 beehives were lost during the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene. Then nucleus hive donations started pouring in.

Here's How You Can Help Migrant Communities Amid LA Protests

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/la-ice-protests-how-to-help

Published: June 9, 2025 19:29

On the heels of widespread protests against the “unlawful” arrests of Los Angeles residents, here’s how you can get involved to support immigrant communities in California and beyond.

Buffalo bears have declined 60% in the last 30 years. A rare sighting is sparking hope for the species

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/asian-black-bear-buffalo-national-park

Published: June 6, 2025 21:33

This threatened species, also known as a moon bear, has been making a comeback after decades of bear bile farming.

New online bookstore in UK donates 10% of all sales to charity: 'You can buy books and do good'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/bookkind-online-bookstore-that-donates

Published: June 6, 2025 17:45

BookKind owners Gemma Lovett and Sara Montgomery saw an opportunity to align an “everyday act” with making an impact.

Teen scientists invent brain-controlled bionic prosthetic leg for their friend — and win prestigious $50K prize

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/teens-invent-brain-controlled-prosthetic

Published: June 5, 2025 20:38

The trio was honored in a cohort of more than 1,600 other students for their breakthrough invention.

Blind skateboarder creates 'world-first' adaptive skatepark: 'I've never had a place where I can skate with full confidence'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/adaptive-skatepark-dan-mancina

Published: June 5, 2025 18:51

Dan Mancina has been working on his passion project, ‘The Ranch,” for over seven years. It’s finally a reality.

Elmo wins big on 'Track Star,' donates his earnings to help fund children's music education

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/elmo-track-star

Published: June 5, 2025 17:31

The beloved Muppet tested his music knowledge in a new segment, featuring tunes from Stevie Wonder, Billie Eilish, and Norah Jones.

A new study finds that baboons walk together in a line out of friendship, not survival

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/new-study-baboons-friendship

Published: June 4, 2025 19:56

New data reveals that baboons enjoy walking with their closest friends when they move as a “troop.”

In the shadow of 70+ art and history sites destroyed in Gaza, Europe opens its first Palestinian art museum

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/palestine-museum-scotland

Published: June 4, 2025 19:05

A sibling to the Palestine Museum US in Woodbridge, Connecticut, the new Edinburgh gallery preserves and celebrates contemporary art by Palestinians.

Dog chained to fence during Florida hurricane finds a forever home — and inspires a new pet law

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/dog-chained-hurricane-florida-law

Published: June 4, 2025 18:12

In October, a bull terrier was tied up and abandoned during Hurricane Milton. Now his rescue story is changing animal abuse laws for the better.

Artist displays projections on Yellowstone National Park under the cover of night, in effort to save public lands

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/michele-pred-protest-art-national-parks

Published: June 4, 2025 17:31

Swedish-American artist and activist Michele Pred shines a light on important issues through her work — literally.

Coral 'micro nurseries' offer breakthrough in repopulating the Great Barrier Reef: 'There is still time'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/great-barrier-reef-foundation-coral-restoration

Published: June 3, 2025 20:55

In a new TED Talk, the executive director of the Great Barrier Reef Foundation shared new scalable technologies that are boosting resilient coral populations.

Trans vs. cisgender rugby match protests athlete bans through friendly competition: 'We want you on our team'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/ruck-you-rugby-match-trans-athletes

Published: June 3, 2025 20:53

The “Ruck You” match was organized by pro rugby player Sasha Acheson, who wanted to protest World Rugby's decision to ban trans women from competition.

These mayors are tackling climate change on a local level. It's working.

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/mayors-taking-climate-action

Published: June 3, 2025 20:13

As the Trump administration boosts fossil fuels and rolls back regulations, mayors are greening their cities — in more ways than one.

His girlfriend was diagnosed with MS last year. Now, he's biking to every Dunkin' in Boston to help fund a cure

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/man-bikes-to-every-dunkin-in-boston

Published: June 3, 2025 19:00

“I wanted to turn something I love (riding bikes and doing ridiculous things) into something that can make a difference,” Adam Bigelow said.

A 'sled dog puppy cam' from Denali National Park is now streaming, with 5 new recruits

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/denali-sled-dog-puppy-cam

Published: June 2, 2025 20:52

The behind-the-scenes look into the new litter is exactly what we all need right now.

Asheville gets huge tourism spike thanks to rare blue ghosts: 'It's a huge morale boost'

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/asheville-hurricane-helene-fireflies-blue-ghosts

Published: June 2, 2025 20:36

Business is booming again in Asheville, North Carolina again thanks to the help of rare “blue ghost” fireflies.

This dissolvable 'splint paste' made from eggshells and basil saves urban birds from injuries

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/birdaid-splint-paste

Published: June 2, 2025 17:48

The BirdAid first-aid kit comes in red, yellow, and green colors to help differentiate between mild and severe injuries.

Good News This Week: May 31, 2025 - Penguins, Dogs, & Maps

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/good-news-this-week-may-31-2025

Published: May 31, 2025 12:00

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...

Study finds seniors who embrace this activity feel 'just as happy' as they did in their 20s, 30s

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/senior-study-mental-health-happiness-travel

Published: May 30, 2025 21:18

A slew of recent studies find that travelling promotes socialization, mental wellbeing, and physical health — especially for those over 55.

Mae Whitman on endometriosis: The worst part 'isn't the gunshot-wound pain,' it's medical gaslighting

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/mae-whitman-endometriosis-diagnosis-awareness

Published: May 30, 2025 19:18

The star of “Parenthood” and “Good Girls” is the face of a new Think Endo awareness campaign for endometriosis.

Innovative 'vibrating vest' gives blind dog his own guide; could be adapted for human use

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/blind-dog-haptic-vest

Published: May 30, 2025 18:06

Engineering students at Rice University are helping dog Kunde navigate the world in a whole new way.