With the FIFA Women’s World Cup, and the Netball World Cup 2019 right around the corner, this summer, women’s sport is stepping into the limelight it deserves. BBC Sports broadcaster Hazel Irvine has been at the centre of the move to a more inclusive sporting world.…
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This Week’s Good News: the brand embracing body hair, a dad's heartwarming viral moment, and Barbie's new wheelchair-using doll
Don’t let good news pass you by. Read our round-up of the stories that put a spring in our step this week…
Let’s Roar For The Lionesses!
At 8pm tonight, the Lionesses will take on the USA in the Women’s World Cup semi-final, spurred on by millions of fans watching them from home, willing them to continue their epic journey to the finals…
Five Things Glastonbury Taught Us About Love and Self Compassion
After another unforgettable weekend at Worthy Farm, we reflect on a weekend of love at Glastonbury Festival…
We Need To Talk About Celebrity Mental Health Media Coverage
Mental health is such a sensitive topic, yet when it comes to the media coverage of celebrity wellbeing, things can get a little... personal. Is the way we talk about mental health in the media damaging our perception – and the wellbeing – of those with ill mental health?…
Books on Prescription: A New Chapter For Mental Health in Wales
The Reading Well Books on Prescription for Mental Health Scheme has launched across Wales. Health professionals will have the ability to ‘prescribe’ books, available for free from 22 local libraries to support people experiencing mental health challenges or facing difficult life experiences.…
This Week’s Good News: dad-hugs at Pride, one giant leap for womankind, and singing seals
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by everything that’s going on in the world at the moment. In a mission to highlight the good out there, we’re rounding up five stories that made us smile this week…
Making A Change: From Alt-Milk In Your Tea to Completely Meat Free
The need for sustainable, ethical and environmental change is now very real. We round-up the latest reports and campaigns on food and sustainability, including World Meat Free Week and the changes Brits are making to our classic cuppa…
With Jeremy Kyle Cancelled and Calls to Axe Love Island - Has Reality TV Run Its Course?
With news that ITV's The Jeremy Kyle Show has been pulled this week, people are calling for Love Island to also be axed. But should the shows be treated as one and the same?…