Here are this week’s uplifting headlines.
1-5 Uplifting Headlines of the Week
1. Casa Bonita workers learn a second language while restaurant renovations are underway: Twenty-nine Casa Bonita staff members received their language certifications. Staffers were offered English classes to Spanish speakers and Spanish to English speakers over a 16-week, 32-class program. – Source
2. Workers can’t be fired for off-the-clock cannabis use under a new law signed by Newsom. – Source
3. Connecticut becomes one of the first states to require schools to teach climate change. – Source
4. Biden surprises Elton John with the National Humanities Medal following a concert at the White House for his years of advocacy in the fight against HIV/AIDS. – Source
5. Stanford scientist who discovered the cause of narcolepsy wins Breakthrough Prize. – Source
6-10 Uplifting Headlines of the Week
6. John Cena breaks Make-A-Wish record after granting hundreds of wishes. – Source
7. Insurers force change on police departments long resistant to it: The high cost of settlements over police misconduct has led insurers to demand police departments overhaul tactics or forgo coverage. – Source
8. Veteran benefits will soon mirror Social Security benefits thanks to a unanimous, bipartisan vote. – Source
9. Stadler unveils first hydrogen train for the U.S., announces order for up to 29 more. California aims to make all its passenger rail 100% emissions-free by 2035 and this order and option will be a key part of that effort. – Source
10. The U.S. will officially phase down HFCs, gases trapping 1,000x more heat than CO2. – Source
11-15 Uplifting Headlines of the Week
11. Cleveland auto mechanic becomes a doctor at age 51 and inspires others to pursue their dreams. – Source
12. New surveys highlight broad public support for Recovering America’s Wildlife Act. – Source
13. Major hotel companies are among those committed to hiring 20K+ refugees. – Source
14. Cancer death rates continue to fall, driven by new treatments and improved screening. – Source
15. Ozone layer passes ‘significant milestone’ on road to recovery. – Source
