UCLA research shows that we have around 70,000 thoughts a day, with 80% of them being negative, and many of these thoughts carry over to the next day. The media, music, and movies we consume often emphasize negativity, shaping our mindset. Our brains are wired to focus on negative information as a survival instinct, making us more likely to engage with distressing headlines. This constant exposure to bad news not only grabs attention but can also lead to stress and anxiety, distorting our perception of the world. While negativity sells and dominates our screens, it’s important to remember that life is about balance—there’s always positive news to report as well.

Navigate Upper-Intermediate slide 109/ And now for some good news

Creative writing. Imagine that you are a TV presenter and deliver some news / good or bad, /on the news

Just over a week ago, Colossal Biosciences announced they’ve successfully birthed three dire wolf puppies — Remus, Romulus, and Khaleesi — using ancient DNA. These wolves went extinct around 13,000 years ago.

Some scientists are thrilled, calling it a breakthrough in de-extinction. Others criticize it, saying these are genetically modified gray wolves, not true dire wolves. Colossal says the pups share 99.5% of the same DNA and were created to help fight biodiversity loss.

While the debate continues, one thing is clear: science has taken a huge step toward bringing extinct creatures back to life.