Good News Notes: “John Deere is being recognized for the success of its farming education program in Nigeria. Last year, Deere partnered with a non-profit and local farmers on the Rayuwa project, which aims to teach Nigerian farmers better agricultural techniques. Now, Fast Company business magazine has named Deere a winner of its 2021 award…
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Two beluga whales complete journey from captivity in China to care sanctuary in Iceland
Good News Notes: “Rehoming animals is a delicate business at the best of times. Rehoming two whales on a new continent during a global pandemic is about as hard as it gets.” “After being captured at a very young age off the coast of Russiaand spending years in a Chinese aquarium, the whales are about…
Gwyneth Paltrow invests in an accessible therapy startup
Good News Notes: “A global pandemic isn’t typically the ideal backdrop for the launch of a company. But for founder Ariela Safira and therapy startup Real, the COVID-19 crisis has made the need for new and different mental-health solutions all the more apparent. And it seems that investors—and a certain famous wellness guru—feel the same…
Afterpay Starts Fundraising Push For Charities
Good News Notes: “Afterpay, which works in the buy now, pay later (BNPL) space, will help deal with the fallout of the pandemic by asking customers to donate to companies providing clothing and baby-related needs, according to a press release. Afterpay is partnering with two charities: A Common Thread, which raises money and awareness in the U.S. fashion…