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New York Trucker Honored for Brave Actions on Interstate 88 A courageous truck driver from New York has been recognized as a true highway hero after using his massive 18-wheeler to block a shooter who had just wounded a state trooper. Timothy VanNostrand, a logging truck operator, demonstrated extraordinary bravery on Interstate 88
Source: Truck Driver Becomes a Highway Hero After Stopping a Shooter – Trendovibes
Wow.
Able to cross the blood-brain barrier, Xenon gas seemed to perk the mice right up, which began to become particularly active
Source: A Breath Away from Alzheimer’s Cure: How Xenon Gas Could Transform Treatments
Fascinating.
Today’s good news story comes from Detroit, Michigan. Firefighters are often hailed as heroes for saving lives, but this time, the roles were reversed. In a heart-stopping moment, Detroit firefighter Matt Dunaj found himself on the brink of ending hi
Source: Hero Dog Saves Firefighter From Suicide With A Simple Lick
Touching.
Brian McShea got down on one knee after discovering that the gem stone had survived the raging inferno, which ripped through the couple’s home in Altadena, Los Angeles.
Source: Man proposes after finding engagement ring in ashes of LA fire damaged home
Nice.
Dementia is a global health crisis, with cases expected to triple by 2050. But beyond aging and genetics, what if commonly used medications like antibiotics, vaccines, and antivirals could play a role in reducing—or increasing—dementia risk? A recent study analyzed the connections between these medications and cognitive health. Let’s break…
Source: How Antibiotics, Vaccines, and Antivirals Affect Dementia Risk – AWARE MD
Wow. Pretty significant.
“In all the years we have been doing this project, one of the takeaways we’ve noticed is that students, staff, and parents have all taken more pride in their schools. This has led to more community involvement and increased attendance in these schools.”
Source: Street Art Non-Profit Transforms Miami Schools Into Vibrant Artworks
What a great idea.
Discover how scientists are using genetically modified fungi to kill malaria-carrying mosquitoes during mating, offering a new approach to mosquito control.
Source: Genetically Engineered Fungi to Eliminate Malaria Mosquitoes
An interesting approach.
Today’s good news story comes from Springdale, Arkansas. When Brooke Kochel placed a same-day Walmart order for heaters during a snowstorm, she never imagined it would lead to a life-changing friendship.
Source: Delivery Driver Walks Through Snowstorm After Crash To Help Cancer Patient
Nice.
Don’t let the old man get into your head. Don’t think old; think young. Because that’s what will keep you young.
Source: A 100-year-old’s advice on how to find meaning at all stages of life (gift link)
Inspiring.
A Canada goose that had an an arrow lodged in its body for at least seven months has finally been captured and cared for by a team in B.C.
Source: After 7 months, Canada goose with arrow stuck in its body finally rescued in B.C.
Lucky goose.