We’re almost to the weekend! As we push through these last days of the week, it’s easy to feel the weight of everything going on in the world. That’s why today’s edition of The Smile is here with fresh stories of progress and positivity, offering a moment to pause and recharge with some good news.

Let’s dive into today’s good news and keep the momentum going! ⬇️

US Labor Board Bans Captive Audience Meetings to Ensure 'Truly Free' Worker Choice

The Onion wins Alex Jones' Infowars in bankruptcy auction

Guardian will no longer post on Elon Musk’s X from its official accounts

Recount triggered in Pennsylvania Senate race as McCormick heads to D.C., Casey declines to concede

Election Officials Say Wisconsin Republican’s Claims ‘Lack Any Merit’

Author Katherine Rundell donates royalties to climate charities in Trump protest

US overdose deaths are down, giving experts hope for an enduring decline

Woman meets boy she helped save through living organ donation

Climate-forward Democrats win tight races in battleground states

NYC bans unusual practice of forcing tenants to pay real estate brokers hired by landlords

Democrat Dave Min wins California Rep. Katie Porter's open Orange County congressional seat, CBS News projects

Democratic Governors Form a Group to Oppose the Trump Administration

Thank you for reading, and we hope these articles shine a light on your day.

Keep smiling,

Emily from The Smile

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