As we approach the coming year, let’s look back on the past year and see that it wasn’t all gloom and doom.

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays written in the sky. (Illustration by News Decoder)

Not everyone around the world celebrates Christmas. But it does seem that on December 25 of each year, much of the world takes a bit of a breather. In many countries, everything shuts down so that even those who don’t celebrate Christmas take the day off. 

For this December 25, we give you some stories from across the world from our correspondents and students that you might have missed this past year and that might leave you feeling better about the world you inhabit. Wait till after the new year to begin working on those resolutions and worrying about obligations.

Want to be a drummer? Grab a bucket.

The universal language of football

Our ultimate treasure map is of the bottom of the sea

For women athletes, world recognition is a long time coming

At the library you can take out a book … or dissect a body?

Decoder: Do fixed borders guarantee peace?

The borderless world of music

East Africa’s Queer communities show progress and hope

A track meet that pushes girls to greatness

When life is bitter, don’t lose hope

Art as success? That’s genius!

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News Decoder UpdatesSome stories that bring good cheer