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A quick scroll through the headlines of any major news source might immediately put you in a terrible mood. There are atrocities taking place all over the globe, and it seems like every single day, we find out about even more disturbing crimes that have been committed. It’s easy to feel hopeless, but it’s important to remember that the whole planet isn't doomed.
If you’re in need of some uplifting news that will turn your frown upside down, you’ve come to the right place, pandas. We took a trip to Human Upgrade HQ on TikTok and gathered some of their most positive posts below. This account is dedicated to sharing fun facts and headlines that will restore your faith in humanity, so we hope that this article can help you look on the bright side today!
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It’s important to be a well-informed, educated citizen. But nowadays, it doesn’t take much effort to know what’s going on in the world; it’s actually harder to get away from the news. Whether you’re on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, or chatting with colleagues by the coffee machine, the 24/7 news cycle has permeated pretty much every corner of our lives.
But is it really a good thing for us to have access to so much information all the time? Back in the day, people had to wait for the newspaper to arrive to find out what happened yesterday. Or tune into a radio broadcast or watch the news on television. Now, it’s easier than ever to know what’s happening all over the globe, and easier than ever to feel like you’re drowning in negative news.
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WindySwede 1 week ago
hoping that everything inside those areas are protected, and that no future "leader" changes that!
According to a 2025 study led by IDIBAPS, excessive consumption of negative news is increasing people’s symptoms of depression and anxiety. And during the pandemic, the World Health Organization was urging people to minimize their exposure to news about COVID, as it could also cause anxiety and distress.
Meanwhile, the study found that healthy habits could reduce participants’ symptoms of anxiety and depression. Following a balanced diet had the most significant impact, but drinking water, exercising, spending time outdoors, and engaging in relaxing activities helped too.
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The American Psychological Association has also been warning people for years that media overload can be detrimental to mental health. Doomscrolling can be tempting, but it’s definitely not going to make you feel any better than you did before going down a dark rabbit hole on social media. Some people even develop “headline stress disorder,” Steven Stosny, PhD, told The Washington Post.
“The red flag is if you get this body tension, or a rise in your pulse rate, just before you check the news,” Stosny explained. “Then you have intrusive thoughts about the headlines—you think about them throughout the day.”
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Bree Davis 1 week ago
GO AUSTRALIA!!! 25 million people and we are leading the world with clever ideas that don't include an orange idiot..
Unfortunately, people have plenty of things to be stressed about in general, nowadays, so reading headlines about doom and gloom certainly doesn’t help. In 2024, the American Psychological Association reported that 77% of adults in the U.S. considered the future of their nation to be a significant source of stress in their lives. 73% also noted that they were significantly worried about the economy, while 69% were significantly stressed about the upcoming presidential election.
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T'Mar of Vulcan 1 week ago
Black rhinos are even more endangered than white rhinos, so good on them!!
Social media is also a huge factor to consider when discussing the topic of upsetting news headlines. In 2025, the Pew Research Center reported that 53% of Americans receive at least some of their news from social media. And unsurprisingly, young adults are more likely to find out about news from TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit than older generations. But all of this time that we spend on social media is a problem in and of itself, especially considering that 89% of people believe social media usage negatively impacts their mental health.
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Multa Nocte (she/her/8647) 1 week ago
I am sure the animals of the Netherlands will be happy to (not) hear that.
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If you’re guilty of doomscrolling and want to break the habit, SoCal Mental Health has some tips for protecting your mental health. First, it’s best to simply find something else to do. Occupy your time with a hobby you love, go for a walk in a park, go to the gym, bake some cookies, or go out for a coffee with a friend. If you’re busy, you won’t be able to scroll in the first place. It’s also a good idea to set time limits on your phone or social media usage. If you’re only allowed to scroll for 25 minutes a day, you’ll have to stop when your phone cuts you off.
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Bree Davis 1 week ago
The advances in treating HIV are mind blowing.. It's great the majority of Countries got over the bigotry and realised it is a HUMAN issue - not a just a gay issue..
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WindySwede 1 week ago
the river removal must be best option, super concentrated and not spread out over the size of at least texas.
Realistically, it’s never going to be possible to avoid all negative headlines. So it’s also important to learn how to be exposed to negative news without catastrophizing or allowing your day to be ruined. SoCal Mental Health recommends actively seeking out positivity and using mindfulness techniques to ensure that you don’t start spiraling. Practice gratitude, and try to focus on all of the good things that are happening in the world. As this list proves, there are plenty of things that are worth celebrating!
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Multa Nocte (she/her/8647) 1 week ago
That is lovely. I just hate seeing elephants used like that.
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Multa Nocte (she/her/8647) 1 week ago
Did you hear that, guys? We are no longer endangered! Hooray for us! 🐼
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Forrest Hobbs 1 week ago
Hmm - that'd be much more impressive if the DRC actually had any meaningful wildlife trade enforcement. As it is, the country's a war-torn mess with a dreadfully corrupt government and awful exploitation of people in many parts of its economy. Parrots are a long way down the list of most DRC citizens' worries.
We hope you’re enjoying your scroll through these uplifting headlines, pandas. Keep upvoting the fun facts that put a smile on your face, and feel free to share even more positive news in the comments section. Then, if you’re looking for another article from Bored Panda featuring wholesome headlines, look no further than right here!
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WindySwede 1 week ago (edited)
are they all banned? 🤔 and really much waste plastic is from fishing nets? Edit: "Over 75% Of Plastic in Great Pacific Garbage Patch Originates From Fishing" so not just nets then but in wider terms.(se link below)
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UnclePanda 6 days ago
I think we should have these machines turn the waste plastic into giant floating blocks that connect together. Once there's enough, we join them all together and we'll have a new country - Polypolynesia
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Laszlo Larthlanc 6 days ago
The indigenous Pomo Nation is pretty happy about this. They worked hand-in hand with the State of California Department of Fish and Wildlife to make it happen.
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Hippopotamuses 1 week ago
Beautiful. But it's about time France gave its Pacific territories back to the indigenous people.
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David Paterson 1 week ago
There's a fantastic recovery of humpback whales around Australia. We now call it the humpback highway. Blue whales are returning as well, more slowly than humpbacks but consistently.
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David Paterson 1 week ago
Yes and no. Healing faster than predicted yes. Back to pre-CFC levels, no. The ozone hole is down to 2/3 of what it was at its worst, but some CFCs hang around in the atmosphere for more than a hundred years.
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RamiRudolph 6 days ago
What a shítty AI picture. Apparently, octopodes have suckers on their head?
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Alex Kennedy 1 week ago
Ok… but what are they doing with the male chicks? Raising them to be roosters who then k**l each other?
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Norfolk and good 1 week ago
Thanks to Scotland being the windiest country in Europe. Must be all the haggis and deep fried Mars bars. 💨
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T'Mar of Vulcan 1 week ago
In more affluent suburbs in South Africa, most people have solar panels. They usually supplement the traditional types of power, but more and more institutions (hospitals, shopping malls, etc.) are installing them as well.
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Marnie 1 week ago
I just read a story on Reddit about a guy who's wife was clearly having very serious mental health issues (though could possibly be some bizarre non-mental physical issue). We're talking extreme paranoia and things of that nature. He said that mental health treatment was just not an option there. So sad. I thought South Korea was a quite modern, well-developed country. I had no idea a country like that would be so backwards.
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Beef Brisket 1 week ago
I remember when plastic bags came into use decades ago as the "green" choice, because it protected trees being cut down to make paper bags.
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fly on the wall 6 days ago
I am 81 years old, lived my whole life in Canada: this is the first time I've heard we have apes and elephants. Let's ban catching unicorns too
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Multa Nocte (she/her/8647) 1 week ago
When they build (or reveal) Wakanda, let me know - I want to go there.
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Huddo's sister 1 week ago
Isn't this still just a proposal? I didn't think it had been enacted.
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Multa Nocte (she/her/8647) 1 week ago
It's funny - I used to complain about some of the bizarre photos that BP dug up to illustrate their articles, but now I would rather have those back than the hideous AI pix. Don't know if this is laziness or fear of copyright infringement.
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Laszlo Larthlanc 6 days ago
Small issues aside I was glad to see this posting. I am so freaking tired of seeing an entire web page full of articles that look as if they were ripped off from TMZ, People Magazine, Us Magazine, and the National Enquirer.
Grumpy Old Broad 6 days ago
Meanwhile, the US is going backwards due to the Melon Felon and the losers who support him and push his agenda.
Jude Laskowski 5 days ago
So you object that he's trying to save our country from il**g*l invasions? Be here legally or get out!
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Multa Nocte (she/her/8647) 1 week ago
It's funny - I used to complain about some of the bizarre photos that BP dug up to illustrate their articles, but now I would rather have those back than the hideous AI pix. Don't know if this is laziness or fear of copyright infringement.
Load More Replies... Laszlo Larthlanc 6 days ago
Small issues aside I was glad to see this posting. I am so freaking tired of seeing an entire web page full of articles that look as if they were ripped off from TMZ, People Magazine, Us Magazine, and the National Enquirer.
Grumpy Old Broad 6 days ago
Meanwhile, the US is going backwards due to the Melon Felon and the losers who support him and push his agenda.
Jude Laskowski 5 days ago
So you object that he's trying to save our country from il**g*l invasions? Be here legally or get out!
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