Edition 82
August 4, 2026
Kindness records, seabird protection, medical breakthroughs, material science, and ancient discoveries light up this good news edition!
South West School Trust Smashes World Record With 38,527 Acts of Kindness
Thousands of South West pupils completed 38,527 acts of kindness in one day, smashing a world record and transforming communities.
Longest Predator Exclusion Fence in the Pacific Protects Thousands of Ground-Nesting Seabirds
Hawaii's longest predator exclusion fence is creating a vital sanctuary for endangered seabirds, allowing them to successfully nest and raise chicks for the first time in years. This $1.7 million marvel is protecting thousands of ground-nesting birds, including the Hawaiian petrel and nēnē, from invasive predators.
Engineered Gum Clears 93% of HPV in Clinical Trials
New gum clears 93% of HPV and harmful bacteria in trials! This breakthrough could revolutionize oral health and cancer prevention.
Scientists just 3D printed one of the hardest metals on Earth
Scientists 3D printed one of Earth's hardest metals, tungsten carbide-cobalt, using a novel laser process. This breakthrough could significantly reduce waste and costs while preserving its extreme hardness for industrial tools.
518-million-year-old creature reveals the origins of spider fangs
Spider fangs have ancient roots! A 518-million-year-old marine creature, Urokodia, reveals the earliest evidence of these predatory tools.
