Good News: The Year in Cheer | Proof That Change Is Possible

Good News: The Year in Cheer | Proof That Change Is Possible
Why this story matters: This is one of those stories that quietly proves progress doesn’t always come with loud headlines. Quick summary: This story highlights recent developments related to year in cheer, showing how constructive action can lead to meaningful results. Happy New Year! And here it is, our annual roundup of the many surprising ways the world has changed for the better since January 1. We hope it makes you feel warmer about the year behind us, and calibrates your optimism for the year ahead. (Note that some of these items link to “What We’re Reading” columns, which feature multiple stories. In those cases, you may need to scroll down a bit to find the story you’re looking for.) In the 1970s, there were only three fish species left in the Seine. Today, nearly 40 have been officially registered , with new species turning up in the French river all the time. Would you like to read more good news about Year In Cheer and Uncategorized ? Congestion pricing in New York City halved traffi…