Stories about Good News from November, 2017
‘The Blind Captain’ Aims to Kayak Solo Across the Bosphorus With the Help of New Technology
"...I used to think one day, this strait, Bosphorus, should be more accessible to blind swimmers, blind surfers or sailors...people should be able to see blind people using boats."
After 10 Years of Legal Battles, Mozambique's Only LGBT Organization Takes a Step Closer to Legal Recognition
" That ruling is an ode to equality, peace, and social harmony. Today I am very proud to be Mozambican."
Glimpses of Hope as Dominica Rebuilds After Hurricane Maria
"You will see the drastic difference in how the landscape changed after the storm [...] I’m planning future timelapse films, to hopefully showcase the return of our lush, green landscapes."
With a Little Help From Humans, the Caribbean's Birds Are Attempting a Post-Hurricane Comeback
Wildlife suffers from the effects of natural disasters too, and after the tough 2017 Atlantic hurricane season, conservationists across the Caribbean are helping bird populations to be resilient.
How a Female Scientist Became a Symbol of Resistance to Sexism in Kyrgyzstan
"Take that patriarchs! A woman scientist is saving lives while you make judgements on how to correctly collect dirty socks!"
‘I Felt This Happiness in My Skin and Bones': Domestic Football Thrills Afghanistan
"(The) Afghan football final was a huge success regardless of who won. A sold out crowd cheered two hours straight."
Amid the Vast Universe of the ‘Valerian’ Movie, Ukraine Gets a Special Shout-Out
The opening scenes of the film include a Ukrainian cosmonaut crew lead by a woman with the country's flag on her sleeve.
