I thought it would be nice to have a thread about the positive things that happen in the world for a change.
Post your heartwarming stories in here.
First up - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-24170670 :thumbsup:
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I thought it would be nice to have a thread about the positive things that happen in the world for a change.
Post your heartwarming stories in here.
First up - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-24170670 :thumbsup:
http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-24173494
Not really a story as such but i always enjoy the 'your pictures' section on the BBC.
Aaaaaaaawwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww, cute. Can I have one, Mum? Please! Please!
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotlan...-fife-24162850
Great idea Hibbyradge...sure is hard to find them though.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-n...wales-24380627
I was hoping someone would put that up. You aren't stalking me on Fbook are you? :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
You'd have to be dead inside to not smile at that story
Wonderful.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Just read that, amazing story. :agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Not so much a news story per se, but I defy you not to smile at this:
http://www.utrend.tv/v/bball-baby/
I smiled. :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by lyonhibs
It made me a wee bit uncomfortable for some reason though. Probably unjustifiably so.
Im sorry to hijack this thread guys I know the world likes the good news articles but im afraid ive got some bad news. The hogmanay street party tonight in Edinburgh will no doubt be a slight disaster as im predicting rain for this evening.
Not the slightest bit funny as always.Quote:
Originally Posted by bad_news_boab
There was a story on the news on Monday night about a wee two year old down south that managed to phone 999 and tell them that his mum had passed out on the floor and they were able to get to her on time.
Cannae post the link on my phone, but, It brought a smile to my cynical face! :-)
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=845092225610874
If that doesn't tug at the old heartstrings, you've got a heart of stone.
http://youtu.be/5NsncrD6Q8c
Guaranteed tears.
Not stories but some good quotes here:-
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/books/wha...r-an-optimist/
I liked Maya Angelou's one. Must try and remember it.
Read that the other day.Quote:
Originally Posted by lyonhibs
Whilst it's sad an elderly man is in such a lonely position it's uplifiting that a phone call had such a positive effect.
We are so often bombarded with bad news stories and tales of aggression, selfishness etc that it's all too easy to forget the majority of people in the world are good.
Here's another
http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2015...6pLid%3D395302
Good thread. Pity the world wasn't full of people like the ones in the links.
It is. :agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by snooky
The thing is, it absolutely is. 99% of people on the earth are decent human beings, probably doing little things for loved ones or strangers every single day.Quote:
Originally Posted by snooky
It just doesn't make good news (as defined by the media) to say "millions of act of kindness happened today - again" as the front page headline or lead news story on telly.
Brilliant as usual from John Lewis, love it ! :top marks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuz2ILq4UeA
Me too :agree: Nice version of the Oasis song that was used as the theme music for the Royle Family :thumbsup:Quote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SIKouwu9Co
They always come up with a great Christmas ad. :agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonnyboy
I know, I know, but still..there's hope.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotlan...ntral-34860277
Well done, young man :agree:
http://travel.aol.co.uk/2015/11/18/c...6pLid%3D403541
Nice one Santa! :boo hoo:
Wonderful. :boo hoo:Quote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
Speck of dust or something in my eye again.Quote:
Originally Posted by HUTCHYHIBBY
Next time you see someone railing on Facebook about the lack of respect young people have these days, post this on their timeline.
Not quite family, but http://www.bistotogetherproject.com/Quote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
Wow - really well done and hits the spot. All these onions I've been chopping really taking effect as well..........Quote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
:boo hoo:
Liked this one
http://travel.aol.co.uk/2015/12/09/b...tmas-surprise/
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Originally Posted by Jonnyboy
Warms the cockles of your heart ! I always have a good bubble at this time of the year !:greengrin
Aw they're gorgeous. :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by Hiber-nation
:agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
I heard their mother on the radio earlier. What a great story and a lovely couple of kids.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hiber-nation
My wife has gone to London for two weeks. :greengrin
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Originally Posted by GreenLake
Great stuff :aok:Quote:
Originally Posted by Sergio sledge
A bit like former Montreal Canadiennes NHL player P K Subban donating $10m to the Montreal Children's Hospital.Quote:
Originally Posted by DaveF
With all the OTT payments top sportsmen/women get these days, it's nice to see someone giving some of his wealth towards the good of his community. Well done P. K.
Nice story, JB.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonnyboy
Back to the days before the "Me" society
:agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by snooky
:greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
Wee fella's brilliant :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
"Is that really you" cracked me up . :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by Jonnyboy
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england...shire-37499091
Well done that man - hope he doesn't have to foot the repair bill too!
Wow. What a hero.Quote:
Originally Posted by jonty
I think it is really good news for all people in the world http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk...-a7341801.html
That would be an amazing breakthrough.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kevin
That is so good. The look on the lads face is simply brilliant.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonnyboy
:agree:Quote:
Originally Posted by DaveF
I just came to this thread to post the same link.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hiber-nation
Amazing.
Yeah it's incredible really. Great story!Quote:
Originally Posted by Future17
Not a good news story as such but it made me laugh
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england...yside-37734883
I think it's a good news story - the fact she wasn't over the limit is surely a sign that the battle against underage drinking is being won. :greengrinQuote:
Originally Posted by DaveF
Good news : Clinton didn't win
Bad news : Trump did
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=sr6lr_VRsEo
The John Lewis Christmas advert is out. Not the usual tearjerker but all the better for it imo.
http://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.co...lats-1-4284475
Lorne street tenants win their fight to remain.:aok:
Bloody hell. A lad I went to school with is now an MSP whilst I sit here with a hangover!!Quote:
Originally Posted by ronaldo7
Well done Rochdale
http://www.rochdaleafc.co.uk/news/ar...k-3411868.aspx
Disappointed not up to their usual standard.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Posted this on the PM board.Quote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
Had me holding back the tears but it's a lovely story that so many turned out.
Here's the BBC link in case anyone doesn't want to click a Mirror Group website:Quote:
Originally Posted by Betty Boop
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-37955748
A sad, but touching, story. Also, a great name for a whippet.
The comments are depressing.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
We're a' Jock Tamson's bairns. My arse.
I'll be making an effort to shop there. Love baklava and that's quite a back story :aok:Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Just had a read through them and the ignorance is staggering.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibbyradge
Sorry for inflicting that upon you. 😥Quote:
Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
Never, ever read the comments section of any Scotsman or Evening News story on any topic, ever.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hibbyradge
Thank me later.
You're not wrong. It's the land of the trolls and bigots.Quote:
Originally Posted by lyonhibs
Could somebody post a link to "Santa Claus caught on camera!" from Youtube, the wee boys reaction is brilliant.
Great spot, John. :thumbsup:Quote:
Originally Posted by Jonnyboy
I'm a grandad for the first time!
It's a mixed "marriage" my daughter is obviously a Hibby but he's of sevcovian persuasion :-(. I know, I know but arranged marriages are frowned upon!
They agreed prior to The cup final the child would be a glory hunter and brought up in the winners colours.
A most wonderful by product of our cup final victory Yvie is a proud and beautiful Hibby. Or should that be a proud Hibby and beautiful baby?
I wonder if I could get a photo of her IN The cup?
Congratulations that is good news!Quote:
Originally Posted by Jack
This can only be a good thing for expectant mothers. Baby boxes to give yer new bairn a guid start.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotlan...ntral-38470905