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Hey all. Obviously, this is a bit of a different episode. But, this is an important one. I want to do my part to give voice to those who are protesting peacefully, and showing love to the communities who have been hurting this week. I encourage you to do the same, whether in sharing the message of our fellow humans who have been wronged, or even more so by opening up dialogues. If we are too afraid to discuss issues like this, than we are too afraid to make a difference. Let's put an end to fear, and let's fill it's place with abundant love.Free Hugs Project VideoDonate and Serve:City JoyNAACP Legal Defense and Education FundOfficial George Floyd Memorial FundAnd of course, continue to search for ways you can best donate, serve, and encourageArticles:Peaceful protest in Santa Fe draws hundreds carrying signs, singingA sheriff put down his baton to listen to protesters. They chanted 'walk with us,' so he didGenesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson joins protesters marching for George FloydCommunity rallies to cleanup downtown Seattle after Saturday's violent protests, lootingTaiwan scientists find antibody that fights coronavirusThere are no new confirmed deaths from Covid-19 in Ireland todayNew Zealand Discharges Its Last COVID Patient From The HospitalReopening schools in Denmark did not worsen outbreak, data showsFarmer recovering from COVID-19 gets help planting seedsFortescue and Andrew Forrest lose High Court appeal over exclusive native title of WA's Yindjibarndi peopleCash Money Records Covers June Rent for Hundreds of New Orleans ResidentsCoronavirus pandemic has proved renewable energy is now a safer investment, and accelerated the shiftU.S. renewable fuel use tops coal for first time since firewood reigned 130 years agoNeurobiologists actually reversed stroke damage using human skin cellsMusic:KNIGHT EP - altitude.

This week, we focus on the importance of interpersonal connection, whether in medicine, new relationships or the well-being of a nation.ArticlesPittsburgh doctor will see patients for just $35 -- with or without insurancePuerto Rican couple 'adopt' a granny while stuck in Kaikōura during lockdownFrom near disaster to success story: how Japan has tackled coronavirusTeen raises over $30,000 for frontline workers through his radio stationA 10-year-old girl has sent more than 1,500 art kits to kids in foster care and homeless shelters during the coronavirus pandemicCaptain Tom Moore awarded knighthood for NHS fundraisingNew York's one-day coronavirus death toll drops below 100San Francisco Bay Area reports zero COVID-19 deaths 2 days in a row for the 1st time since early MarchTaiwan goes 40 days without local coronavirus case'We've never seen this': wildlife thrives in closed US national parksPromising Report of first-in-human COVID-19 vaccine trialThe First Degree: Woman Is First Person With Down Syndrome To Graduate From Rowan University14-Year Old From Chicago Earns Her Master's DegreeMusicalmost blie - aair

On this week, we focus on how people are improving the culture around them in the midst of COVID-19, whether that be locally, corporately, or globally.Articles(0:26-3:26) This Alaskan man is making a 14-hour boat trip to Costco every week to supply his small city with groceries amid the pandemic(8:23-10:41) Twitter employees can work from home forever, CEO says(14:35-16:26) Coronavirus vaccine for 30 million Britons by September if trial succeeds(16:43-21:56) T cells found in COVID-19 patients ‘bode well' for long-term immunity(22:02-24:07) Sorrento finds a coronavirus antibody that blocks viral infection 100% in preclinical lab experimentsJay-Z and Meek Mill sending 10 million surgical masks to U.S. jails and prisonsNo new cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand for second day runningNo remaining cases of coronavirus in South Australia, health authorities confirmVietnam clear of Covid-19 community infections for 27 daysTaiwan reports zero new coronavirus cases, 30 days without local infectionCambodia: All Covid-19 patients recovered, country free of virusDenmark reports zero coronavirus deaths for first time since MarchSecond virus wave 'very unlikely' in Denmark, says expertNew York City breaks record: 58 straight days with no pedestrian deathsJapan suicides decline as Covid-19 lockdown causes shift in stress factorsHouston Commits to 100% Renewable Energy in Step Toward Carbon NeutralityEIA: Renewables likely to top coal generation in U.S. this yearTrump Administration Approves Largest U.S. Solar Project EverAn endangered pygmy hippo was born at the San Diego Zoo, the first in over 30 yearsS. Korea to provide 10,000 masks to Native American veteransMusicgood sleep. - aso

In this week's episode, we focus on how people are loving generously, whether to help even more in need, those who have helped them in the past, or to help those who cannot help themselves.Articles(0:40-4:22) Kroger buys and redirects dairy farmers' surplus milk to Feeding America food banks (4:22-7:02) New York State Farmers donate 34,000+ pounds of milk, beef and produce to NYC families in need(9:34-1206) An Ontario Grocery Store Gave A Bag Of Food To A Man They Caught Trying To Shoplift(13:41-17:06) Donations for Native Americans flood in from Irish people hoping to thank them for their help during the Great Hunger famine(21:43-25:11) A 15-year-old is dropping off puzzles and handwritten notes at nursing homes to cheer up residents(25:27-29:16) CT Teacher Cares for Student's Newborn Brother as Family Recovers From COVID-19Just 4 new COVID-19 cases total reported over the weekendTaiwan reports zero new coronavirus cases, goes 26 days without local ‘Back to where we started' — New York coronavirus hospitalizations fall to March levels, Cuomo saysAfter Recovery From the Coronavirus, Most People Carry AntibodiesNew Banksy artwork appears at Southampton hospitalGuy Fieri Raises More Than $20 Million for Restaurant Workers Affected by CoronavirusBill & Melinda Gates Foundation pledges $125 million for COVID-19 vaccine, therapy$1 million anonymous donation gives bonuses to hospital employees fighting the coronavirusA New York hospital's entire staff was surprised with free vacations in recognition of their efforts to combat coronavirusNew bill would forgive medical school debt for COVID-19 health workersLockdown extends Britain's longest run without coal since 1882America's Renewable Energy Sources Have Produced More Electricity Than Coal Every Day for 40 Days StraightMusicWarmth - HOMEAlone, Together EP - Izzard

I am finally back with a traditional episode of Know News! This week, we review how people are doing what they can in the midst of COVID-19 to make their world a better place.Articles(0:21-3:22) WWII veteran who raised more than $30 million for health care workers receives over 125,000 birthday cards(3:23-13:55) This teacher paid his students' utility bills with his stimulus check. He's not the only one donating the money(14:11-25:57) Pakistan's virus-idled workers hired to plant trees(26:13-35:18) Family use daily lockdown exercise to clean strangers' gravestonesRecovered virus patients retest positive due to 'dead' virus fragmentsZero new cases reported today in New Zealand for the first time in six weeksItaly Reports Fewest Virus Deaths Since Lockdown StartedCoronavirus Antibodies Present In Nearly 25% Of All NYC Residents, Cuomo Says; Un-PAUSE In Certain Regions Of NY Might Begin In May$1 testing kits: Senegal's approach to coronavirusLA Becomes The First Major City In The US To Offer Free Testing To Every Resident, Even Those With No Symptoms'Thunberg donates $100,000 to support children during pandemicThis CEO made $1.6 million in the stock market, then he gave it all to his employeesSweden closes last coal-fired power station two years ahead of schedule

Read all these articles and more by clicking here. I hope this little update can serve as not just an encouragement, but as inspiration. If you have the resources, please intentionally seek out what you can do to help your local community and those who are near and less fortunate. Obviously, if you can't financially, that is totally understandable; don't sweat it. Even still, as crazy as the world is now, if there is a way that you can give or serve your community, that will make this good news a reality in your life and those around you. So let us go out there, and let us do some good!Music by HOME

Read all these articles and more by clicking here. The good news is far from over, and with you, this could be just its beginning. Let's go out there, and bless the world!Music by HOME

With the craziness and ongoing nature of the current COVID-19 pandemic, I feel as though it is important not only to make this episode, but that I keep an ongoing blog with encouraging and motivational news regarding the virus. So, keep an eye out on this blog as the weeks progress. Click here for covid-19 updates ArticlesCoronavirus Resource CenterMore than 60,000 coronavirus patients recovered globallyCanadian scientists make COVID-19 research breakthrough, isolating virusCanada's First Coronavirus Vaccine Made In Saskatchewan Is Now In Testing StagesDutch researchers find Corona virus antibodyScientists Uncover Protein that Inhibits CoronavirusesCoronavirus: South Korea's infection rate falls without citywide lockdowns like China, ItalySouth Korea reports more recoveries than coronavirus cases for the first timeU.S. House passes coronavirus bill funding free tests, sick leaveCOVID-19 reduces economic activity, which reduces pollution, which saves livesDetroit to restore water service to unpaid homes to allow people to wash their hands to avoid coronavirusCMSD Will Feed Kids While Schools Are ClosedDisneyland to donate excess food to O.C. food bank during closureApple giving retail and hourly workers unlimited sick leave for coronavirus-like symptomsTaco Bell: A Letter to Our FansRudy Gobert donates $500K to Vivint Arena employees, those affected by COVID-19NBA star Kevin Love donates $100,000 to help Cleveland Cavaliers arena workers impacted by coronavirusGiannis Antetokounmpo, Zion Williamson among stars aiding arena workersCoronavirus: Cornershop giving away face-masks, antibacterial hand gel and cleaning wipes to elderlyPeople are coming together across U.S. to support local Chinatowns amid Coronavirus fearsMusicBeats to procrastinate to - Paternoster Poetry

This Week, we highlight the love of a father, accidental tornado relief, and an update to the coronavirusListen live at XLR Lander Radio at 10 am every MondayArticlesSingle dad adopts abandoned 13-year-old foster child Thousands of meals meant for an Ohio sports festival will instead be sent to Nashville to feed first responders There Is A Drug Already Used In Japan Which May Treat COVID-19, Says New Study No more active bushfires in New South Wales, after more than 240 daysVaccines without needles – new shelf-stable film could revolutionize how medicines are distributed worldwideNew drug prevents bacteria from acquiring antibiotic resistance genesA New York pizza shop is putting photos of dogs on pizza boxes to help them find homesMom raises $1 million for daughter's rare genetic disorder after skiing 125 miles across NorwayNova Scotia will officially be home to North America's first whale sanctuaryVirginia passes bill to achieve 100% carbon-free power by 2045Amsterdam's boats go electric ahead of 2025 diesel banGermany hits record 61 per cent renewables for month of FebruaryTransition in Electricity: 2020 UpdateA Key Ingredient for Life Has Been Found on an ‘Extraterrestrial Source,' Scientists ReportMusicalbedo - Inventionfloating fields - Louie ZongDelayed - to breathe

EDITOR'S NOTE: Unfortunately, Article Spotlight 3 was lost again. However, the rest of the Spotlights are still archived here. Hopefully this won't happen again!On this week's episode, whether with love, from rain, or for a baby, there's plenty of wonderful types of showers to talk about!listen live at XLR Lander Radio at 10 am every MondayArticlesThis New York deli offers customers free food if they can solve simple math problemsRain may soon be an effective source of renewable energyDam levels reach two-year high, RFS declares all fires now containedA couple flew home with their adopted infant. Strangers threw an impromptu baby shower on the plane104-year-old World War II vet receives more than 70,000 valentines from well-wishers across the globe2 Hawaii high school students raise money to help with fight against coronavirusCoronavirus: China announces drop in new cases for third straight dayIndian government proposes a 10-year plan to protect birdsHow shrubs can help solve climate changeMusicWarmth - HomeFall's Echos - Sleepy Fisha life with you - Louie Zong

EDITOR'S NOTE: Article Spotlight 2 was unfortunately lost. However, the rest of the Spotlights are still archived here.On this week's episode, we focus in on efforts to improve quality of life from unexpected places: from Wombats to Lander d.a.d.s.listen live at XLR Lander Radio at 10 am every MondayArticlesWombat water hole proving popular in drought-ravaged Hunter ValleyNew way of recycling plant-based plastics instead of letting them rot in landfillGreen energy could now be cheaper than fossil fuels thanks to breakthrough'Massive relief': torrential rain douses bushfires across parts of AustraliaNASA brings Voyager 2 fully back online, 11.5 billion miles from EarthFlorida to purchase 20,000 acres of Everglades wetlands to protect from oil drillingSvalbard reindeer rebounding better than hoped after nearly going extinctTwo high school students open food pantry to help their classmates in needFungi That 'Eat' Radiation Are Growing on the Walls of Chernobyl's Ruined Nuclear ReactorMusicWarmth - HomeDream Sequence - Kendall Miles x I eat Plants for a living Isabelle's Story - Zencha

Know News is back! We return to the news show devoted to bringing encouraging, uplifting, and impactful stories that you need to know about.listen live at XLR Lander Radio at 10 am every MondayArticlesA man randomly threw a Super Bowl party for the homeless. 3 years later, he's hosting 20 across the US Nebraska doctor lets patients pay for surgery by volunteering Australian lab first outside of China to copy coronavirus, helping vaccine push Cocktail of flu, HIV drugs appears to help fight coronavirus: Thai doctors Program teaches prisoners coding so they can land tech jobs once released CBC: World-renowned violinist performs at maximum-security prison Seoul's over-65s disco ‘like medicine' for seniors Eleven-year-old girl saves minor from woman trafficker in Mizoram British carbon tax leads to 93% drop in coal-fired electricity Scotland is on track to hit 100 percent renewable energy this year Mother, 40, and her three children survive 34 days in Columbian jungle after getting lost while on holiday and living off of wild fruits