OGN Wednesday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/good-news-from-around-the-world-12-august-2026
Published: August 12, 2026 05:45
Mid-week selection of upbeat news nuggets to brighten the day.
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Famous London Skyscraper Was Official Secret for 30 Years
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/famous-london-skyscraper-was-an-official-secret-for-30-years
Published: August 12, 2026 05:30
It opened in 1965, but taking a photo of the building or even referring to the subject as the BT or Post Office Tower, would technically have been a violation of the Official Secrets Act and a criminal offence.
The Two Men Credited With Saving More Lives Than Anyone Else
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/the-two-men-credited-with-saving-more-lives-than-anyone-else
Published: August 12, 2026 05:15
The chances are that you have not heard of this life saving duo, but they are estimated to have saved over one billion lives.
Elephant Prefers to Have The Watering Hole to Himself
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/elephant-prefers-to-have-the-watering-hole-to-himself
Published: August 12, 2026 05:00
No pesky zebras getting in the way, thank you very much.
Tuesday's Positive News
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/today-s-worldwide-good-news-11-aug-2026
Published: August 11, 2026 05:45
Today's eclectic collection of positive news nuggets from around the globe.
This Italian Elixir Was a Precursor to Coca-Cola
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/this-italian-elixir-was-a-precursor-to-coca-cola
Published: August 11, 2026 05:29
An Italian friar has discovered a document from the pharmacy archives of an ancient convent in Florence describing a mid-nineteenth century medicinal potion made from Bolivian coca leaves and kola nuts.
Poetry Society Votes on Top 10 Most Beautiful Words in The English Language
Published: August 11, 2026 05:15
The results of a survey amongst the 1,500 members of the Poetry Society of America has been revealed.
Unique View: Flying a Drone Into Niagara Falls
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/unique-view-flying-a-drone-into-niagara-falls
Published: August 11, 2026 05:00
A cinematic aerial journey.
Good News Monday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/good-news-in-the-world-today-10-august-2026
Published: August 10, 2026 05:45
What better way to start the week than with some bite-sized chunks of upbeat news?
Highest-Ever Resolution View of The Sun
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/highest-ever-resolution-view-of-the-sun
Published: August 10, 2026 05:30
Scientists have captured the most detailed images yet of our star’s surface, 93 million miles away.
Ford Gives Updates About Its Sub-$30K Electric Truck
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/ford-gives-updates-about-its-sub-30k-electric-truck
Published: August 10, 2026 05:15
Early this year, Ford revealed that was working on an affordable mid-size electric truck in order to turn its emissions-free fortunes around. So, what's the latest?
Betty Bromage Breaks Her Own Wingwalk Record Aged 97
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/betty-bromage-breaks-her-own-wingwalk-record-aged-97
Published: August 10, 2026 05:00
England's famous record breaking oldest wingwalker, Betty Bromage, has broken her own record again. "Otherwise I'd get bored."
August 12: Solar Eclipse And Shooting Stars on Same Date
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/august-12-solar-eclipse-and-shooting-stars-on-same-day
Published: August 9, 2026 05:30
For those of us in the northern hemisphere, a solar eclipse is happening on the same day as the peak of the best summer meteor shower.
Fab Friday News
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/positive-news-today-around-the-world
Published: August 7, 2026 05:45
Wrapping up the week with a global collection of positive news nuggets.
Forest Ghost: Oldest-Known Sunda Clouded Leopard Caught on Camera Trap
Published: August 7, 2026 05:30
Newly released camera trap footage from a recent study captures the oldest Sunda clouded leopard ever recorded in the wild.
Connecticut Set America's First State Speed Limit
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/connecticut-set-america-s-first-state-speed-limit
Published: August 7, 2026 05:15
In 1901, the patchwork of limits that now governs American roads began to take shape.
Close Look: Juvenile Gorillas Intently Watch a Chameleon
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/close-look-juvenile-gorillas-intently-watch-a-chameleon
Published: August 7, 2026 05:00
The poor chameleon probably felt terrified, but the gorillas were incredibly gentle and simply curious.
Zoox Robotaxis Get Official Nod in The USA
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/zoox-robotaxis-get-official-nod-in-the-usa
Published: August 6, 2026 05:30
A six decade old regulatory barrier preventing experimental self-driving concept vehicles from real-world, commercial operation has finally cracked.
The Only Whale Species That Rests in The Vertical Position
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/the-whale-species-that-rests-in-the-vertical-position
Published: August 6, 2026 05:15
Sperm whales take 10 to 15 minute naps with their heads facing up toward the surface of the ocean, by sinking tail-first to a depth of roughly 8 meters (26 ft). But how do they do it?
The Pantheon: The World's Best Preserved Roman Temple
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/the-pantheon-the-world-s-best-preserved-roman-temple
Published: August 6, 2026 05:00
Marvel at what is still, after 2,000 years, the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world.
Upbeat News Thursday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/good-news-from-around-the-world-today-6-august-2026
Published: August 5, 2026 15:03
Some tasty bite-sized chunks of upbeat news to get the day off to a good start.
OGN Wednesday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/good-news-today-in-the-world
Published: August 5, 2026 05:45
Mid-week selection of upbeat news nuggets to brighten the day.
It Pays to be Curious, as This Inquisitive Plumber Discovered
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/it-pays-to-be-curious-as-this-inquisitive-plumber-discovered
Published: August 5, 2026 05:30
An Austrian plumber hit the proverbial and literal jackpot when he decided to investigate what was on the end of a piece of rope.
World’s Largest Electric Aircraft to Take Flight
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/world-s-largest-electric-aircraft-to-take-flight
Published: August 5, 2026 05:15
The X1 demonstrator from Sweden's Heart Aerospace has been given the go-ahead for test flights by the FAA.
Tuesday's Positive News
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/today-s-positive-news-4-august-2026
Published: August 4, 2026 05:45
Ensuring Tuesday gets off to a bright start with today's eclectic collection of positive news nuggets.
Company Owner Turns Down $400 Million And Gives it to Charity Instead
Published: August 4, 2026 05:30
Grady-White owner Eddie Smith was inspired by Yvon Chouinard, the founder of Patagonia, and handed control of Grady-White to a “purpose trust.”
India Launches Hydrogen Train on Its Vast Railway Network
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/india-launches-hydrogen-train-on-its-vast-railway-network
Published: August 4, 2026 05:30
The hydrogen rail push is part of a broader national effort to develop green hydrogen domestically, cut carbon from heavy transport, and reduce fuel import dependency.
Only in California: World Dog Surfing Championship 2026
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/only-in-california-world-dog-surfing-championship-2026
Published: August 4, 2026 05:00
The 10th Annual Dog Surfing Championship in Pacifica, California, drew crowds as dogs of all sizes competed in the waves alongside their human handlers.
Upbeat News Monday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/good-news-today-3-august-2026
Published: August 3, 2026 05:45
Kick-starting the week with some tasty bite-sized chunks of upbeat news.
London's Rivers to be Cleaned up And Waterway Habitats Restored
Published: August 3, 2026 05:30
A 10-year plan to clean up some of London's rivers and waterways has been announced by mayor Sir Sadiq Khan, who says they have suffered from "decades of neglect and pollution".
Roman Space Telescope Could Change Everything We Know About The Universe
Published: August 3, 2026 05:00
NASA’s Roman Project Scientist explains how the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will discover thousands of new worlds, map billions of galaxies, and investigate the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Europe Approves Hi-Tech Eye Implant
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/eu-approves-prima-eye-implant-to-combat-amd
Published: August 2, 2026 14:47
The EU has granted approval for a remarkable eye implant that can help restore vision for people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The US looks set to follow.
Definitions of Words With One Letter Changed
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/definitions-of-words-with-one-letter-changed
Published: August 1, 2026 05:27
The Washington Post asked readers to take any word from the dictionary, alter it by adding, subtracting, or changing one letter, and supply a new definition. Some of the readers' submissions are hilarious.
Fab Friday News
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/good-news-of-the-day-31-july-2026
Published: July 31, 2026 05:45
What better way to end the week than with a collection of upbeat news nuggets?
Devyn Dalton: She is Matt Damon's Stunt Double in The Odyssey
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/devyn-dalton-she-is-matt-damon-s-stunt-double-in-the-odyssey
Published: July 31, 2026 05:30
Matt Damon, who plays Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s interpretation of Homer’s epic tale, said in an interview that she had “the greatest arms I have ever seen.”
Spectacular Natural History Museum Opens in Shenzhen
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/spectacular-natural-history-museum-opens-in-shenzhen
Published: July 31, 2026 05:15
It merges nature and structure in a way that lets people enjoy the free outdoor space as much as what's held inside.
Uplifting News Thursday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/global-uplifting-news-stories-30-july-2026
Published: July 30, 2026 05:45
Today's smorgasbord of uplifting news nuggets to put a spring in your step.
Looks Like Amelia Earhart’s Long-Lost Plane Has Been Found
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/looks-like-amelia-earhart-s-long-lost-plane-has-been-found
Published: July 30, 2026 05:30
How, why and where Amelia Earhart disappeared in 1937 has long been a mystery. In November, a team of investigators are setting off to a remote Pacific island to examine possible evidence of her plane in a shallow lagoon.
The Aare River is so Clean That Locals Use it to Swim Home
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/the-aare-river-is-so-clean-that-locals-use-it-to-swim-home
Published: July 30, 2026 05:15
It flows through the heart of Switzerland’s de facto capital, Bern, and its 12th-century medieval old town.
Senior Curator of The New Lucas Museum Gives Overview
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/senior-curator-of-the-new-lucas-museum-gives-overview
Published: July 30, 2026 05:00
From art galleries to film programs, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is taking shape in preparation for opening in September.
OGN Wednesday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/today-s-good-news-stories-29-july-2026
Published: July 29, 2026 05:45
Eclectic mid-week collection of upbeat news stories from around the globe.
Young Couple Give No-Strings-Attached Cash Transfers Directly to Malawi’s Poorest
Published: July 29, 2026 05:30
Canva billionaires Melanie Perkins and Cliff Obrecht (who are now married) are investing $150 million in an ambitious experiment that challenges conventional aid by putting cash directly into the hands of Malawi's poorest households.
EU Bans Fashion Companies From Destroying Unsold Clothes
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/eu-bans-fashion-companies-from-destroying-unsold-clothes
Published: July 29, 2026 05:15
A new law two years in the making has now come into force across the European Union. This is good news because researchers estimate that hundreds of thousands of tons of fashion items are needlessly destroyed every year in the EU alone at a major cost in…
Peter's Journey: Final Trailer For Spider-Man: Brand New Day
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/peter-s-journey-final-trailer-for-spider-man-brand-new-day
Published: July 29, 2026 05:00
Hits big screens on 31 July.
Upbeat News Tuesday
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/global-upbeat-news-28-july-2026
Published: July 28, 2026 05:45
Today's tasty bite-sized chunks of positive news from around the world to perk things up.
Europeans Vote on New Designs For Euro Banknotes
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/europeans-vote-on-new-designs-for-euro-banknotes
Published: July 28, 2026 05:30
It's nature versus culture as the European Central Bank releases a shortlist of ten potential designs for a new series of printed banknotes, the first complete redesign since the Euro note was issued in 2002.
NASA's Amazing Spacecraft Video as it Zoomed Past Mars
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/nasa-s-amazing-spacecraft-video-as-it-zoomed-past-mars
Published: July 28, 2026 05:15
The space agency has released a mesmerising video showing images captured by its Psyche spacecraft as it flew past Mars on its way to an even more distant asteroid.
The Miniature World of a Model Train Backyard
https://www.onlygoodnewsdaily.com/post/the-miniature-world-of-a-model-train-backyard
Published: July 28, 2026 05:00
Take a ride along one of the most famous garden railroads on the internet.