Rescuers used a huge nylon net bought at an army surplus store to save a bear dangling over the edge of the 80-foot-high bridge, in the Sierra Nevada range near Donner Pass.
Bear Rescued from Sierra Bridge Ledge
A Quantum Leap for Quantum Computing
Science took a big step toward a new era of super-fast quantum computing with the first successful transfer of data between artificial atoms across a length of cable.
11 New Animal, Plant Species Found in Vietnam
Eleven new animal and plant species have been discovered in a remote area of central Vietnam: a snake, five orchids, two butterflies and three other plants new to science.
Merck Donates 3 Mil. Doses of Cervical Cancer Vaccine
Merck & Co. Inc. said Wednesday it would donate 3 million doses of its new cervical cancer vaccine to the developing world. The gift would be enough to help protect 3 million women from the number 2 cause of cancer worldwide
Dell First Major Computer Firm to go Carbon Neutral
Continuing its program of environmental stewardship, Dell became the first major computer manufacturer to commit to neutralizing the carbon impact of its worldwide operations.
Nike Designs Shoe for Native Americans, Donates Profit
Nike yesterday unveiled the Nike Air Native N7, a unique athletic performance shoe designed specifically for Native Americans. The N7 is the result of nearly two years of collaborative research and fit testing in partnership with the Native American community to develop the first performance shoe based on the unique shape of the Native American foot. Profits from the sale of the Nike Air Native N7 will to support “Let Me Play” programs on Native American lands that promote an active and healthy lifestyle through sports.
Meet the ‘Lion Whisperer’ (Video)
Kevin Richardson is drawing comparisons to the late Steve Irwin for his up-close-and-personal work with big cats.
Homeless Get to Walk in the Pope’s Shoes
The Sharing and Caring Hands shelter in Minnesota received a blessing from the pope — and a dozen pair of handmade Italian leather shoes to distribute to the poor. (Video)
‘Dying’ Giant Sequoia Tree Makes Amazing Recovery
Experts had pronounced that the tree would die from fire damage and rot, but now the sequoia at nearly 2,900 years old has sprouted new life. (see AP photo and story)
Man Collects 88,564 Returnables to Keep Sports Teams Going for 55-Student School
“Can anyone make a difference at a school that’s tiny and shrinking, in a sleepy town north of nowhere? One man in Michigan can, and can, and can, and can.” More here.
Doin’ (Full) Time: Businesses Give Former Convicts a Second Chance
"Shegerian’s Electronic Recyclers is among several Fresno employers willing to risk hiring people with prison records. ‘Don’t be scared. The people who are truly interested in turning their lives around will become some of your best employees.’" (Fresno Bee)
‘100 Dollar Laptops’ for Poor Students to Go On Sale
Inexpensive laptop computers designed for students in poor countries will be sold to US and Canadian customers in a buy-one-GIVE-one scheme: Between November 12-26 they can pay $399 — one laptop goes to the buyer, the other to a needy student.
Nonviolent Protest Gains in West Bank
"While violent Palestinian militants dominate international headlines, residents of tiny farming villages have eschewed the armed struggle. Instead, they have linked arms with Israeli peace activists using civil disobedience, non-violence and legal action to fight some harmful Israeli policies." (CS Monitor)
Virtual Reality Technology Helps Stroke Victims
"New virtual reality rehabilitation therapies, currently undergoing trials, are helping stroke sufferers to regain movement and gradually rediscover their independence." (CNN) Thanks to Shelley for the link!
‘Return To Sender’ Recycling
As part of the "Clean and Green" series, Danny Lipford visits Doris Renfro, of Columbiana, Ohio, to talk about her simple and effective way of dealing with junk mail. (Video)
Cyclists Enjoy Car Ban in London
"Traffic was banned from several roads in London for the day (along iconic landmarks like Westminster) to make way for thousands of cyclists." (BBC) Thanks to Andrew for link.
Snazzy Wordsmiths Wanted: Need Help With My Book Title
EDITOR’S BLOG- Help me come up with a catchy title for my upcoming book. The book is compilation of my favorite good news stories of the past 10 years. I’ve chosen about 111 stories published by Good News Network over a decade… So far, I have, "BEST GOOD NEWS of the Past 10 YEARS! Any other ideas? Post them here or email me…
Multi-Faith Prayers Thrive in US Politics (LINKED)
For 45 Muslims, Friday worship takes place not in a mosque, but a meeting room in the Capitol — at the heart of US democracy. Ever since the making of the US Constitution in 1787 when Benjamin Franklin asked that each day’s business start with a prayer, religion has been part of political life — and today it is bi-partisan and varied.
190 Countries Reach Historic Deal to Save Ozone
Nearly 200 countries have agreed to accelerate the elimination of chemicals that threaten the ozone and exacerbate global warming, the United Nations Environmental Program announced.
UNEP chief Achim Steiner hailed the agreement by governments to move forward bans on dangerous hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) as a “vital signal” in efforts to slow climate change and welcomed China’s willingness to back the deal.
“It is perhaps the most important breakthrough in an international environment negotiation process for at least five or six years,” Steiner said.
“Historic is an often over-used word but not in the case of this agreement made in Montreal. Governments had a golden opportunity to deal with the twin challenges of climate change and protecting the ozone layer and governments took it,” Steiner said.
(Read full AFP report via Google News)
Cells From Cancer-Resistant People Could Fight Disease in Others
Cells from cancer-resistant people could soon be used to help cancer patients fight their disease, says a U.S. researcher.