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Fake news, bad news, horrifying news - all of that and so much more negativity reach us every day. And even if you're quite content with your life and belong to the happy people group, these horrible happenings can break down even the best of us sometimes. That's why we are determined to change the world at least a tiny bit by spreading as much good news as possible.

Did you know that according to Swiss law, social animals like guinea pigs must have a buddy with them, and it's illegal to own just one? And were you aware that sea otters hold hands while sleeping, so they don't drift away from one another? And believe it or not, did you know that Norway knighted a penguin? These are just some of the random happy facts that you can find in the list below. Compiled by Bored Panda, these interesting facts are sure to put a smile on your face while also teaching you a thing or two about the world we live in and the great role models who make it better. Don't forget to vote for the best!

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boredpanda , Pugedon Report

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Sasha Bharti
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would happily pay for this to be put in every country with high amounts of stays x

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abc , fuzzberta Report

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MagicalUnicorn
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

true that, my piggie got depression when his friend died, so now wants to be hed and petted more often

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wiki , wikimedia Report

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Nyello
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Robin Williams was a wonderful man and I wish someone could have helped him the way he helped so many others.

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Audrey La Jeunesse
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Umm, uh, hi. Yes, I am applying for this job. Yes, I know the benefits. Yes, mhmm. NOW JUST LET ME GET THIS JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Tirath Kumble
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to be a panda nanny since ages please let me know if you have any contact for the same

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Chase Howard
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes a panda mother won't have the skills the take care of her young, so people have to step in, another reason pandas are dying out... I mean the panda mothers, not the people

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Id row
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great work if you can get it, but it also means you don't ever get even one day off.

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Biana Weatherford
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay, break this down. That's roughly what a minimum wage worker gets, if they work 8 hours a day. And of course there are free meals/transit/and housing...panda nannies don't get any time off! None of these posts talk about the work...how many hours, what kind of conditions, etc. And I've seen videos of these nannies repeating the same task over and over and OVER again because the curious little pandas undo things. Trying to sweep? Hope you have 2 hours. So...sounds great. But it's not. Not really.

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spirit wolf
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay... where do I sign up? I officially give up interior design TYVM!

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Dorian Clarke
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My daughter needs this job, while I would be quite happy to babysit for them anytime for free!

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Regina Dew
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They go to their mothers, but they are watched heavily by the staff because panda moms arent the best, esp first-time moms. Or if the mom has 2 cubs, she only pays attention to one.

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Rebecca Davison
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They can keep the money! Just feed and house me and I'll be good for life!

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Robyn Scott
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

http://www.chinahighlights.com/giant-panda/volunteer-programs.htm

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Alexandra Lee
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sure there's more to it than that. They are just like any other professionals trained to care for animals, i think.

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Živilė Šmitaitė
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw application website - all in mandarin :D, didn't even know where to click to change it to english language :DDDD

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Angela Tilyard
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They need it! One panda looks like it's the same as looking after 10 really naughty toddlers.

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Liquid reptilian
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

8h/day working in a blue nylon suit with a hair mesh and face mask ? ... please add 20 000$/annum for the stress caused by the work protective clothing ...and please add 10 000$/annum for overtime bonuses since I will be cuddling 365 days instead of enjoying 21 days of holidays with my family :)

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livescience , amagoba0 Report

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Emre
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My cats bring me dead mice and pigeons. Sometimes they bring fishbones they gather from neighbours :)

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wiki , mvdvegt680 Report

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Stille20
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was dubious of this one, but it turns out there is evidence of corgis existing as far back as 1107 AD

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northamptonchron , ulleo Report

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Yvonne Bernal
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Scientific tests also showed that they stress out when separated. They believe that by reducing the stress they will raise their milk yield. But considering cows are herd animals, this isn't really surprising.

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Amanda Panda
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thats amazing. Nowadays people get pissed off if you say "Merry Christmas" instead of "Happy Holidays" smh

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F. R. Gehlbach & R. S. Baldridge , rihaij Report

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Fraser Munro
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Eastern screech owls keep texas blimd snakes around their nests to get rid of pests, so yes this one is indeee very true!

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wiki , Lizzie Velasquez Report

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Amanda Panda
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She's such a beautiful and strong person! She exemplifies what inner beauty truly means, and it radiates outwardly!

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polarbearsinternational , vanderwielensmc Report

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Amanda Panda
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I do something similar every morning when my alarm goes off, and I make my way to the shower

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nationalgeographic , Claudia14 Report

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Fire Bird
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder how they would know that? So in their world, while swimming past one another, one could be a Phil and another a Jack? It would be like "Hey Phil, I found a warm spot over here, check it out.

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wiki , Didgeman Report

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Iuan Langford
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Its because in folklore unicorns are the slayers of lions. lions are the national animal of England

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Cassie
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Many prisons in the US have a program that has select inmates train shelter dogs, some for specific tasks such as disability service dogs. Marked improvement in inmate behavior and outlook have been noted in these programs and, of course, it improves the lives of the dogs involved.

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neads , swong95765 Report

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Jennifer Lamb
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Greyhounds As Pets NSW have a similar program at a women's correctional facility here in Sydney. The inmates help prepare ex-racing greys for life as a pet, teaching them things like how to go up & down stairs, basic obedience, etc. It's great for the dogs, as well as the inmates who can even earn a government-recognised certificate. (Our foster grey participated in this!) :)

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wiki , Jennie Park Report

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