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ShinyCottonCandy Everyone's friend Malamar from Lumiose City (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: Who needs love when you have waffles?
Everyone's friend Malamar
#451: Jul 1st 2025 at 1:02:51 PM

[up]No, they were not.

Edited by ShinyCottonCandy on Jul 1st 2025 at 4:03:11 AM

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Omega1065 Since: Nov, 2023
#452: Jul 1st 2025 at 1:19:15 PM

Huh, honestly I'm not sure how to feel about all of this. Scott doesn't seem to be an awful person, but let's be real: his political views don't combine very well with a lot of the FNAF community, to put it simply. One thing that I am willing to stand by is that doxing him was too far.

By the way, it is a long time I don't hear news about him. Heard that FNAF as a franchise has a new management. Wonder what he is currently doing.

The10thGeek Mysterious Fan from Somewhere in England Since: Feb, 2015 Relationship Status: Singularity
Mysterious Fan
#453: Jul 1st 2025 at 1:26:14 PM

[up]&[up][up], Can we please not derail this thread. It is after all a Good News Thread and not a Depressing / Political Bashing Thread.

Edited by The10thGeek on Jul 1st 2025 at 9:26:35 AM

Omega1065 Since: Nov, 2023
#454: Jul 1st 2025 at 1:29:00 PM

[up] You're right. Sorry.

By the way, to avoid going off topic:

https://www.globalgovernmentforum.com/hows-the-uk-attempt-to-reach-net-zero-going-theres-good-news-and-bad-news/

"Each year, the Climate Change Committee – the UK’s independent advisory body tasked with monitoring the country’s movement toward its legally binding climate goals – gives a report on the government’s progress over the last year.

The Climate Change Committee’s new 2025 progress report is a mix of good and bad news about whether the UK is on track to meet its greenhouse gas emissions targets."


While not everything is not sunshine and rainbows, that doesn't mean that progress is inexistent. Recognizing the current achievements together with the goals that we have yet to reach is important to fix this issue.

Edited by Omega1065 on Jul 1st 2025 at 10:29:35 AM

LoneCourier0 The Wandering Geek from A Diverse Land (Unitroper) Relationship Status: How YOU doin'?
The Wandering Geek
#455: Jul 1st 2025 at 2:42:47 PM

A fungal killer met its match in a new rapid test

"Scientists at the University of Exeter have developed a prototype lateral flow test for mucormycosis, better known as black fungus disease.

It’s caused by inhaling spores of mucorales fungi, which are harmless to most people but can prove lethal in those with weak immune systems or poorly-managed diabetes."

More accessibility options for medicines!

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Billy5545 An eagle from The sky Since: Nov, 2017
An eagle
#456: Jul 1st 2025 at 7:13:26 PM

[up][up][up] Really late, but to add, it was also skirting a certain banned topic, so I just want ya'll to keep that in mind

[up] Positive medical news are always welcome. Also good to see that specific disease potentially becoming more easier and cheaper to diagnose, especially with the article highlighting how it particularly affects impoverished areas.

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#457: Jul 2nd 2025 at 9:12:07 AM

Attenborough’s echidna rediscovered by combining Indigenous knowledge with camera-trapping

"In the Terpera language of Yongsu Sapari and Yongsu Dosoyo, Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna is called Payangko, and our camera-trap images demonstrate the potential importance of Indigenous and local knowledge in biodiversity research. Our success in capturing the first photographic evidence of the species was built on the Indigenous and local knowledge of communities in the Cyclops, which informed us on echidna behaviour and habitat, where to place camera-traps, how to search for echidna signs and, fundamentally, gave us confidence the species was still extant. Indigenous and local knowledge in the Cyclops is part of a broader knowledge system and local cosmology that informs issues such as land stewardship, sustainable hunting practices, and resource management. The community of Yongsu Sapari, for example, has for centuries maintained no-hunting and no-logging areas that support sustainable forest management. This underscores the need for Indigenous and local knowledge to be recognised not as an ancillary resource but as a fundamental and complex backdrop to developing a conservation strategy for Z. attenboroughi and the Cyclops Mountains."

More animals returning, not to mention the benefits of using indigenous methods for conservation.

I think they may be the other bigger heroes for environmentalism.

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Rabbitearsblog Movie and TV Goddess from United States Since: Jan, 2014 Relationship Status: You cannot grasp the true form
Movie and TV Goddess
#458: Jul 3rd 2025 at 1:17:22 PM

Taylor Swift Has Sweet Moment With Patients at the Children's Hospital in Florida

Singer Taylor Swift visits the Joe Di Maggio Children's Hospital to spend time with patients and staff and taking pictures with them, as well as giving them signed book copies.

I think that this is a pretty sweet thing that Taylor Swift has done for the patients of the hospital.

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#459: Jul 3rd 2025 at 3:28:10 PM

Sweden becomes the first country in the world to ensure all egg-laying chickens are cage-free — without any laws requiring it

“After decades of determined work, there are no longer any hens kept in cages in Sweden,” Project 1882, a global animal justice league, said in a press statement. “Sweden is also the only country in the world that has become cage-free without a legal ban.”

Sounds like an excellent decision.

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#460: Jul 4th 2025 at 1:52:21 PM

A new map helped protect migratory species

Developed by the Univeristy of Queensland, Mi CO, reveals how more than 100 species traverse the world’s oceans – vital intel as nations draw up plans to conserve the seas. The purpose of the map is to help joined-up conservation policies, such as the high seas treaty and 30 x 30, a global initiative to safeguard 30% of Earth’s oceans and land by 2030.

More tech used to save the Earth for good.

Edited by LoneCourier0 on Jul 4th 2025 at 10:53:46 AM

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#461: Jul 5th 2025 at 1:13:51 PM

Jamaica Records Significant Decline in Murders: 42 Percent Year-on-Year Reduction

They are overall down to 22%, with the average now standing at 13m, namely due to sustained crackdown on organized crime and community based policing.

Good to see this nation managing to move away from violence.

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Rabbitearsblog Movie and TV Goddess from United States Since: Jan, 2014 Relationship Status: You cannot grasp the true form
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#462: Jul 5th 2025 at 7:19:49 PM

Great to see less murders in Jamaica. I just wish that was the case with the rest of the world.

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#463: Jul 5th 2025 at 9:16:13 PM

I do hope it lessens further when it comes to LGBTQ-related crimes. Jamaica is not a queer-friendly country, last time I read it a decade ago.

Edited by alnair20aug93 on Jul 6th 2025 at 12:18:13 AM

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Billy5545 An eagle from The sky Since: Nov, 2017
An eagle
#464: Jul 5th 2025 at 9:21:34 PM

Right

Also reading the article, it also mentions that other serious crimes like shooting, aggravated assault, rape, and robbery have decresed (with break-in being the exception), which is also an encouraging sign

I hope Jamaica can further reduce crime, especially in the hotspots the article mentioned. Jamaica's progress also shows to regional countries that they can deal with the problem of high homicide and other crimes in a more sustainable manner without resorting to El Salvador's strategy.

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#465: Jul 6th 2025 at 9:09:01 AM

Whale Sightings Hit Record High During Citizen Science Migration Count

Over 5,000 confirmed sightings were made by mariners and others in the state of New South Wales so far, according to the Organization for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans (ORRCA) after holding the 26th annual whale census. And even then, since the migratory period will continue until August, the count may increase.

We can't thank Star Trek IV enough for being vital in keeping the whales alive.

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DeMarquis (4 Score & 7 Years Ago)
#466: Jul 6th 2025 at 12:31:09 PM

" I just wish that was the case with the rest of the world.'

Well, can't speak to the rest of the world, but both violent and property crimes are declining in the US.

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#467: Jul 7th 2025 at 9:08:14 AM

An Indigenous nation in Canada hails historic constitution: ‘We’re now the architects of certainty for ourselves’

The Heiltsuk Nation in British Columbia, Canada, adopted a new constitution that enshrines both the power of both elected members and hereditary chiefs and hands control of justice, child welfare and land management back to the community.

I've noticed that many indigenous communities around the world are slowly but surely getting their due in certain things, which is great to see.

Edited by LoneCourier0 on Jul 7th 2025 at 6:08:34 PM

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RAlexa21th Zettai Ryouiki Enjoyer from California (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: I <3 love!
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#468: Jul 7th 2025 at 10:59:04 AM

Cambodia reports a 31% decrease in landmine casualties in the first half of 2025.

Cambodia is one of the countries worst affected by landmines and ERWs. An estimated 4 million to 6 million landmines and other munitions had been left over from three decades of war and internal conflicts that ended in 1998.

The Southeast Asian country is committed to clearing all types of landmines and ERWs by 2030

Edited by RAlexa21th on Jul 7th 2025 at 11:00:25 AM

Continue writing our story of peace.
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#469: Jul 8th 2025 at 9:07:15 AM

Swiss solar trial creates a buzz

A Swiss firm, Sun-Ways, have found a solution that exploits some of Switzerland’s 5,000km (3,100 miles) of railway line: panels that slot between the tracks.The purpose is to ensure the railway would be one that can sustain enough energy to meet the 2035 objective by the government.

Since Indonesia, Belgium and France have expressed interest, this has real potential.

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#470: Jul 9th 2025 at 9:20:23 AM

‘Life-changing’ gene therapy helps deaf people to hear

10 participants, suffering from a genetic form of deafness called OTOF, were picked for a study that demonstrated a breakthrough.

Within six months, most had recovered some of their hearing, with the average volume of perceptible sound improving from 106 decibels to 52. One participant, a seven-year-old girl, recovered almost all her hearing and could hold conversations within four months, researchers said.

More scientific methods for the win!

Edited by LoneCourier0 on Jul 9th 2025 at 6:24:54 PM

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#471: Jul 9th 2025 at 9:24:33 AM

NVM

Edited by LoneCourier0 on Jul 9th 2025 at 6:24:46 PM

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AegisP Kindhearted SSSSSNAKE Man Since: Oct, 2014 Relationship Status: And they all lived happily ever after <3
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#472: Jul 9th 2025 at 9:33:35 AM

That's awesome.

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#473: Jul 10th 2025 at 9:13:48 AM

Sea turtle conservation powers ahead in Costa Rica

Thanks to a purchase of a drone and satellite transmitters, a specialized team in Costa Rica launched a proof-of-concept study on the systematic tracking and monitoring of sea turtles and started mapping potential hotspots along Costa Rica’s Pacific and Caribbean coasts.

Best use of philanthropy, indeed.

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#474: Jul 11th 2025 at 1:15:00 PM

The Baltimore Homicide Rate Has Fallen to Near 50-Year Low

'The city of Baltimore has seen substantial year on year reductions in homicides, with the rate in 2025 being on a historic low.

It's always great to see homicide rates go down, no matter what city or country its in.

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#475: Jul 11th 2025 at 1:29:55 PM

More UK firms made the four-day week permanent

According to researchers at Boston College, US, almost 1,000 employees in the UK are to switch permanently to a four-day week following another successful trial. In fact, 62% of participants reported a reduction in how often they experienced burnout, while 41% saw an improvement in their mental health, and 45% said they felt more satisfied with life. Those findings were convincing enough for 12 of 17 firms to make the change to a four day week.

Four day work weeks should surely be a thing in the coming future.

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