🧠 Body & Brain

Scientists have turned a deadly tomb fungus into a powerful cancer-fighting compound that may rival current leukemia treatments. Nature really said, “Let me save you after I scared you.”

📍https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/deadly-fungus-could-be-key-to-cancer-treatment/

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🍵 Latest Tea

Taylor Swift dropped by a children’s hospital, but her fans did something even more powerful — raising over $50K in her honor to help cover costs for patients like Aaliyah and Majesty. Real ones only.

📍 https://www.today.com/parents/taylor-swift-childrens-hospital-visit-fans-donate-rcna213086

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🌍 On Our Planet

The biggest digital camera ever built has officially released its first images of the universe — and they’re stunning. Say hello to 3,200-megapixels of pure cosmic beauty.

📍 https://apnews.com/article/digital-camera-universe-vera-rubin-observatory-98a9835d79c4ec1bdb63a971702c21bc

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💛 Near and Dear

A 12-year-old boy in Virginia saved his brothers and grandma from a house fire — and impressed the local fire chief so much, he’s already got a future job lined up. Hero isn’t even the word.

📍 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/12-year-old-boy-saves-brothers-grandma-from-house-fire-petersburg-virginia/

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🏀 Duh Sports

The Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship — but had no clue how to pop champagne. With an average age of 25, these young champs are adorable, confused, and iconic.

📍 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/oklahoma-city-thunder-nba-championship-celebration-champagne-rcna212196

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💬 Extra Dose

Inside New York’s anti-loneliness Life Story Club, where seniors share wild life memories and find deep connection. It’s proof that storytelling can heal hearts, no matter your age.

📍 https://nypost.com/2024/06/23/real-estate/inside-nycs-anti-loneliness-club-where-seniors-share-their-life-stories/

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🎧 Tune in, get inspired, and remember: there’s still so much good out there. You just have to know where to look. 💛

✨ Ready for a boost of good news? Hit play and let BLONDE bring a little sunshine to your day.

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🧠 B – Body and Brain

97-year-old Catherine Kuehnan isn’t slowing down—she’s setting world records in powerlifting. The documentary Strong Grandma captures her determination to deadlift 100 pounds and proves that strength knows no age.

🔗 (https://www.newyorker.com/culture/video-dept/strong-grandma)

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🍵 L – Latest Tea

BREAKING: The Bachelor’s Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa have officially called it quits—and honestly? Best news I’ve heard all week. Sometimes the real plot twist is getting out of the wrong love story.

🔗 (https://people.com/bachelor-star-grant-ellis-juliana-pasquarosa-end-engagement-8616018)⸻

🌍 O – On Our Planet

Lady Liberty didn’t just appear—she arrived in 350 pieces on June 17, 1885, and has since stood tall as a symbol of freedom and hope. This week, we honor her arrival and the powerful message she continues to represent.

🔗(https://www.nps.gov/stli/learn/historyculture/colossus.htm)

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💛 N – Near and Dear

Bill Reagan turned his grief into love letters for the world—massive ones. After losing his wife Julia, he put her photo on over 300 billboards across the country. Now, a year later, they’re coming down—but not forever.

🔗 (https://www.deseret.com/2024/6/7/24093857/bill-reagan-billboards-wife-julia-love-story)

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🏅 D – Duh, Sports

In a rare, quiet act of grace, the Dodgers continue to sign former player Andrew Toles to annual contracts so he can maintain health insurance while navigating mental illness. This isn’t about stats—it’s about humanity.

🔗 (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dodgers-renew-andrew-toles-contract-for-health-insurance-mental-health/)

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💬 E – Extra Dose

What are the odds? Cancer survivor David Serkin has now won the lottery four times—totaling over $2.5 million. His reaction? Grateful and grounded: “You check your ticket… and if you win, you’re happy.”

🔗 (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/may/20/canada-lottery-winner-david-serkin)

🧠 BODY AND BRAIN

It’s never too late to start eating for your brain. A new study tracking 90,000 adults found that even starting the MIND diet later in life can significantly reduce your risk of dementia. Leafy greens, berries, olive oil—simple changes, powerful results.

🔗 (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/never-too-late-to-start-eating-the-mind-diet-to-prevent-dementia-says-study-of-90000/)

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🍵 LATEST TEA

JoJo Siwa is officially dating 33-year-old Love Island alum Chris Hughes, and she says their relationship is “bulletproof.” After a split with her ex, JoJo’s starting a new chapter and even met Chris’s parents.

🔗 (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14801545/amp/JoJo-Siwa-insists-Chris-Hughes-wont-break.html)

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🌍 ON OUR PLANET

Scientists in Japan have developed a new non-toxic plastic that dissolves in seawater within hours—and even biodegrades in soil. With interest from the packaging industry already growing, this could be a major step for sustainability.

🔗(https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scientists-in-japan-develop-non-toxic-plastic-that-dissolves-in-seawater-within-hours/)

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💛 NEAR AND DEAR

14-year-old Cody returned a lost wallet with $300 inside—despite saving for an expensive electric dirt bike. A stranger was so inspired by his honesty, they bought the bike for him.

🔗 (https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/arizona-teen-returns-lost-wallet-containing-300-receives-electric-bike-he-had-been-saving-for/)

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🏅 DUH, SPORTS

Coco Gauff just made history, becoming the first American woman since Serena Williams to win the French Open singles title. It’s her second Grand Slam win, and she says this one felt “meant to be.”

🔗 (https://www.today.com/news/sports/coco-gauff-mini-french-open-trophy-rcna211793)

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💬 EXTRA DOSE

When Jonathan, a young man with autism, was diagnosed with cancer, his dad created a plush Cookie Monster with a port just like his. It brought comfort, understanding, and helped him face the unknown. Now, cancer-free, Jonathan uses “Patient Cookie” to teach medical students how to care with empathy.

🔗 (https://thearc.org/blog/fathers-day-stories-from-people-with-disabilities/)