Good News Stories for Monday October 7th
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Pete Kelly
Monday, October 7th, 2024 2:30pm
A new type of fabric influenced by squid has been created by researchers at the University of California that can adjust temperature to a specific temperature controlled by your body. Researchers suggest this could be especially useful for cold weather clothing. Read more here! (Good News Network)
The number of one-horned rhinoceroses poached in India has fallen by 86% since 2016 and for the first time since 1970, no rhinos were poached in the country. Government programs have protected these rhinos which are an important part of their biodiversity. Read more about it here! (Good News Network)
There are some promising signs that inflation is beginning to slow down and increases in wages are finally outpacing inflation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, inflation climbed 2.5% over the last 12 months (ending in August) down from 3.4% over the previous year, and average hourly earnings have increased 4%. Read more about these stats and decreased crime rates here! (Good News Network)
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Surprising New Speed Limit Set For The City AlbanyThe city of Albany has lowered their speed limit.
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Former Cafe Hollywood on Lark will Become an Espresso BarIt will re-open in early 2025
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More Than $1.76 Million Raised in Stewart's Holiday Match ProgramChildren's charities will receive the funds, thanks to donations by locals and matching funds from Stewart's Shops.
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[VIDEO] 25 Years Ago The Capital Region Braces for Y2K FalloutThe computer bug that was going to end the world!
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Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States, Passes Away at 100The Nobel Peace Prize winner devoted his post-presidential years to championing charitable causes.
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Big Lots Gets a Lifeline, Hundreds of Stores to Remain OpenWhat about stores in the Capital Region?
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[PHOTOS] 62-Year-Old Man Rescued After 30-Foot Fall at Kaaterskill CloveA number of emergency teams were brought in to save the man.
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[PHOTOS/VIDEO] 55 years ago Massive Christmas Storm Buries AlbanyAlmost 4 feet of snow and some of the coldest temps on record
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New Tea House Opening in Colonie this JanuaryThe eatery expects to open within the next few weeks
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[GALLERY] Mohawk Honda Reveals '12 Days of Giving' Recipients$30,000 was awarded to twelve Capital Region charities
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