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DailyGood: News That Inspires – Feb 08, 2026

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News That Inspires
Feb 08, 2026
Weekly Digest
“The earth does not belong to us: we belong to the earth.”

— Chief Seattle

This Week’s DailyGood Digest

In the past week, we witnessed remarkable acts of resilience and solidarity, where ordinary people became agents of extraordinary change.

In the French town of Loos-en-Gohelle, where the coal mines’ closure once left a void, citizens have transformed their community through collective action, turning a legacy of dependency into a beacon of democracy and sustainable innovation. In Minneapolis, a mother’s instinct led Bri to create a lifeline of breastmilk and essentials for vulnerable families, embodying the spirit of community support in times of fear and uncertainty. South Africans came together to honor David Sejobe, a man whose simple greetings inspired a nation’s generosity, proving that kindness can ripple outward, creating waves of change. Scientists at HeartMath Institute have revealed that our hearts can influence the world around us through coherence, showing that the smallest gestures of gratitude or appreciation have measurable impacts on those nearby. In Rio de Janeiro, fishers have revived a polluted bay through traditional knowledge and community-driven restoration, bringing back sixty animal species and revitalizing the ecosystem. In Iowa, the tiny Topeka shiner has become the catalyst for restoring hundreds of ponds, demonstrating that saving even the smallest species can lead to ecological rebirth. Meanwhile, students in Karnataka partnered with local villagers to achieve 90% waste segregation through sustainable practices, turning waste management into a community-driven success story that extends beyond their village. Together, these stories illustrate a world where human goodness and resilience can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and renewal.

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