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Declining depression rates in teens, tiny cat staircases, and Vatican City’s solar boost Aug 08, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into the good news that depression and suicide rates have declined in teenagers. You’ll also hear about how tiny staircases are helping cats in Amsterdam, a massive new solar farm, and a heroic pitbull who saved his owners’ lives.

This episode was hosted and produced by Case Kenny. Research and writing by Natalie Stone, Ally Mauch, Rebekah Brandes, and Stephanie Friedman. Music by Ryan Peitzke. For more good news, tune in to Nice News Today on Mondays and Fridays and subscribe to the daily Nice News newsletter at NiceNews.com.

The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, dial or text 988 to get help right away.

Solving the mystery of lightning, the real-life “Happy Gilmore,” and a growing tourism trend Aug 04, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into the science of lightning and what’s happening up in the clouds before electricity strikes. You’ll also hear about the real-life hockey player who inspired Adam Sandler’s “Happy Gilmore,” the growing literary tourism trend, and an unlikely friendship between a cheetah cub and a pup.

Lifestyle choices that boost brain health, recycled Ben & Jerry’s, and NYC’s viral subway kitten Aug 01, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into a new study on the lifestyle choices that can help reduce cognitive decline as we age. You’ll also hear about a brave kitten who found her forever home through a ride on the NYC subway, the ice cream brand churning food waste into energy, and a tween entrepreneur using her skills for good in flood-ravaged Texas.

The episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Nice News listeners get 40% off at cozyearth.com with code NICENEWS at checkout.

A firefly-filled summer, good PR for eggs, and a new Uber feature Jul 28, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into the science behind why this summer has been a particularly strong one for fireflies, the study showing that eggs don’t deserve the bad rap they got in the 1960s, a new Uber feature, and the triumphant return of Venus Williams to the tennis court.

An explanation for morning grogginess, top cities for job-seeking grads, and lawnmower kindness Jul 25, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into a science-backed explanation for why it’s easier to wake up some mornings than others. Plus, the scoop on the most promising cities for job-seeking college grads, a Detroit crew helping maintain neglected parks, and new research on how dogs benefit our mental health.

US walking and biking hot spots, the movie inspiring dog adoptions, and dropping crime rates Jul 21, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into the American counties where people walk and bike the most. Plus, the scoop on the new superhero movie that’s prompting people to consider adopting a dog, dropping crime rates in Baltimore, and the dentist who’s been serving as the tooth fairy via email for two decades.

Another use for mammograms, Olympic Hall of Famers, and the doctors prescribing community Jul 18, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into the routine cancer screening test that can now assess heart disease risk as well. You’ll also learn about the newly inducted Team USA Hall of Famers, a unique way doctors are helping patients boost their well-being, and the couple who survived months stranded at sea back in 1972.

A quick tip for living a happier life, the best US cities for renters, and a bald eagle comeback story Jul 14, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into a tip that can help you start living a happier life in less than two minutes. You’ll also hear about the best cities for renters, a bald eagle comeback story, and a woman spreading gratitude to the world, one thank you note at a time.

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An easy way to strengthen relationships over text, a benefit of watching dog videos, and a new arcade for adults Jul 11, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into an easy way to create stronger connections through your phone. You’ll also learn about a mental health benefit of watching dog videos, the ideal bedtime for boosting daily exercise, and a heroic U.S. Coast Guard officer who saved more than 150 people during the devastating Texas floods last weekend.

This episode was brought to you by Duckbill: Learn more at GetDuckbill.com.

To help those affected by the recent Texas floods, head to

https://time.com/7300537/texas-flooding-how-to-help/

Laughter boosts optimism in apes, the best films of the century, and a helpful service for grandma Jul 07, 2025

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Today’s episode dives into the news that great apes may feel more optimistic after hearing their peers laugh. You’ll also learn about the best movies of the 21st century, the strawberry variety in England whose crown may be overthrown, and a medical milestone that could pave the way for less invasive heart surgeries.

This episode was brought to you by Duckbill: Learn more at GetDuckbill.com

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