My Good Newspaper issue #24 which arrived last week is all about animals, so I’d like to share a sample of those good news stories with you. The paper focuses on a different topic every month. To learn more about the Good Newspaper, visit, Good Good Good .
US House Reintroduces Bill to Ban Shark Fin Trade
On Earth Day, the US House of Representatives reintroduced a bill to ban shark fin trade. The bill had previously passed in the house but stalled in the Senate. I’m glad they’re not giving up. Shark finning is a cruel and unnecessary act and illegal in the US though there are still places where shark fins can be bought and sold. Here’s more from the Humane Society.
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Philadelphia Dims Lights to Help Birds
Philadelphia is joining 33 other US cities in dimming lights to reduce the number of birds crashing into windows at night. In this voluntary program, lights are turned off between midnight and six AM in the spring and fall when birds migrate. It’s especially important to turn the lights off in of tall buildings. Learn more here.
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First Drug Without Animal Testing Submitted to FDA
Researchers in Jerusalem have submitted a cancer therapy drug to the FDA. What makes this drug unique is that a chip with human tissue was used instead of testing the drug on animals. Your can read more about it in this article.
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Poacher Arrested
A long time poacher of Bengal tigers has finally been arrested and charged with numerous violations of wildlife conservation law. Here’s more from the Good News Network.
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Pregnant Mom Rescues Children from Drowning at Lake Michigan
Alyssa DeWitt was considering whether to take her children to the beach at Lake Michigan on a windy day. It’s a good thing she went. Alyssa, who is five months pregnant, ended up saving three girls from drowning. She said in another interview that she doesn’t usually go to that part of the beach and that her medical check indicates everything is okay. Here’s the story:
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June 8, 2021 at 11:16 am
JoAnna, All are great news. I usually don’t wish punishment on people, but the guy slaughtering endangered Bengal tigers should never get near another animal! Have a great day! ❤
June 8, 2021 at 9:05 pm
Thanks, Cheryl. I’m glad the poacher has been stopped at the very least. I hope you’re having a good week!
June 8, 2021 at 3:41 pm
Terrific news for the day!
June 8, 2021 at 9:11 pm
Thanks, Dave. I always appreciate your support of GNT!
June 9, 2021 at 4:08 am
Wonderful news as always, JoAnna. It shows the good side of human beings. Thank you.
miriam
June 9, 2021 at 5:39 pm
Thank you, Miriam. I’m glad appreciate the good news and picked up on how it shows the good side of humans. There are many good people doing good work in the world. I wish mainstream media would show more of it.
June 9, 2021 at 5:19 am
The other stories are welcome, but the rescue video is terrific
June 9, 2021 at 5:41 pm
Thanks, Derrick. That rescue story pulled me in. You can see and hear Alyssa’s genuine concern and relief for the girls she rescued.