How about a break — for your ears? At CNN, we know the news can be a lot to take in. So each week, 5 Good Things offers you a respite from the heavy headlines a...
Heroes Emerge from the Flames in the City of Angels
We’ll tell you about some good Samaritans who are helping feed and protect their neighbors impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. Volunteers distribute thousands of free winter clothing items across parks in the Twin Cities. A veteran judge in North Carolina has a new colleague – his daughter. A Virginia Zoo selects a name for its new baby pigmy hippo. Plus, how a “smart cow” can change the farming game.
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These Goats Will Eat Your Christmas Tree
A nonprofit in Boston is giving free access to education, playtime and meals to kids who have experienced homelessness. A 23-year-old runner shares why he’s taking on the 183.4 mile World Marathon Challenge. Ready to chuck your Christmas tree? Let these farm animals in Massachusetts take it off your hands. Rats love to take some joy rides. Plus, a New Year's resolution that prioritizes your happiness.
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Celebrating Good News of 2024
A self-proclaimed street librarian has a new way to deliver free books to kids in Baltimore. A high school student’s dream of treating skin cancer is getting closer to coming true. A nonprofit in Phoenix helps those experiencing homelessness unwrap a little happiness this holiday season. A filmmaker who’s collecting stories about happiness hits more countries. Plus, we share some of our listeners’ highlights from the year.
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Santa's Son Steps into His Father's Boots
Meet the Traveling Piano Man spreading joy across the US through music. People with memory loss disorders are getting sound prescriptions. The youngest-ever World Chess Champion returns home to a hero’s welcome. A beloved local Santa in New York passed away, but his son is carrying on his legacy. Plus, could mouse sperm orbiting Earth be the future of humanity?
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Women Will Have a League of Their Own... Again
A new, rare exhibit is bringing a 150-million-year-old dinosaur to life. Women will get the chance to play pro baseball again. A catastrophe on a couple’s wedding day turned into a beautiful memory. How a Dutch recycling company is tackling footwear waste. Plus, the 2024 CNN Hero of the Year and Young Wonders have been chosen.
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How about a break — for your ears? At CNN, we know the news can be a lot to take in. So each week, 5 Good Things offers you a respite from the heavy headlines and intense news cycle. Treat yourself to something fun and uplifting every Saturday as we share the bright side of life from all over the globe.
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