Hello Spring

March 09, 2026

Hello dear Good News community,

After a very long winter, I’m sitting outside for the first time today, working from a sunny spot and listening to the birds chirping. In doing so, I’m actually giving my brain a workout—since, according to a study, birdwatching is supposed to train the brain. Give it a try!

Enjoy reading, Selina

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New medication significantly reduces epilepsy seizures in children

A new medication is offering hope to children with Dravet syndrome, a rare form of epilepsy. In a study, the number of seizures fell by up to 90 percent because the therapy is the first to directly target the genetic cause of the disease. While further studies are still ongoing, this represents a major breakthrough for affected families. Source: THE STAR

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Birdwatching could keep the brain sharp

People who watch birds regularly may also be training their brains. A study shows that experienced birdwatchers identify species faster, and their brains show signs of stronger neural connections and increased neuroplasticity. Source: NBCNEWS

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Zimbabwe introduces new HIV prevention injection

Zimbabwe is among the first countries in the world to implement the long-acting HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir. The injection only needs to be administered twice a year and is initially intended to protect more than 46,000 particularly vulnerable people. Kenya is also already preparing for its rollout. Source: REUTERS

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Van Gogh Museum brings art to life for the visually impaired

At the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, blind and visually impaired individuals can experience art through multiple senses. Special guided tours allow visitors to discover masterpieces through touch, sound, and other sensory impressions. Source: DW

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Material harder than diamond

Researchers have found strong evidence of a material harder than diamond: the mineral Lonsdaleite. Formed under extreme pressure, such as during meteorite impacts, it has now been clearly identified in a laboratory setting. In the future, this material could enable the creation of exceptionally durable components for technology and industry. Source: PHYS.ORG

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Marsupials rediscovered after 6,000 years

In the rainforests of the Vogelkop Peninsula in New Guinea, researchers have discovered two marsupial species that were long thought to be extinct. Until now, these animals were only known from fossils; however, living specimens have now been documented for the first time. Source: THE GUARDIAN

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