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As we wind down another year of widespread uncertainty, it can be hard to keep a positive mindset. But this year wasn’t all bad news and anxiety! In the midst of all the mess, there were moments that made us smile, genuinely laugh out loud, and maybe even shed a solitary thug tear of joy. So as we wind down the year, let’s take a moment to browse through these helpful reminders that the bright spots still exist, we just have to take the time to find them!
Sports news: Black girl magic was in full display as these incredible Jamaican athletes swept the 100m event at the Tokyo Olympics, and Elaine Thompson-Herah broke Flo-Jo’s 33-year-old Olympic record.
Video: Olympics Channel
Technology news: New learning platform, uLesson, is making a significant impact through personalised learning for students of all ages across Africa.
Video: CNN
Feel-good news: Who was around me chopping onions during this surprise proposal at Adele’s show?
Video: CBS
Lifestyle news: Dakar's 19th annual Fashion Week event promoted inclusive fashion and celebrated models with disabilities and of all shapes and sizes.
Video: Reuters
World news: In a moment of extreme political excellence, Barbados formally renounced Queen Elizabeth II as their head of state ending almost 400 years of colonial bonds, and declared Rihanna a national hero.
Video: Global News
Bonus feel-good news: This list wouldn’t be complete without shouting out Zaila Avant-garde, the 14-year old spelling bee champion who also holds three basketball world records.
Video: ABC News
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