Punch the Monkey! — Кассета

Johnny Mac shares five good news stories: Punch, a Japanese zoo monkey abandoned by his mother and rejected by other monkeys, went viral with a stuffed toy and now comforts and protects younger monkeys struggling to adjust, acting like a big brother. In England, 76-year-old John fought a parking company for over two years over a 90p fee after a machine printed only part of his plate; a judge dismissed the company’s £277 claim, awarded John £289.50 plus expenses, and he advised drivers to keep tickets and records. Nevada wildlife officials hired Karelian Bear Dogs Badger and Banjo to chase black bears away from neighborhoods as the population rebounded to about 700. WWF reported monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico rose to about 7.2 acres in 2025–2026, up from 4.4, though still far below 1990s levels. NASA extended Voyager 2’s life by powering down integrated systems to save energy. 00:10 Punch the Monkey Hero 01:18 Ninety Cent Ticket Win 02:56 Dogs Chase Black Bears 03:57 Monarch Butterfly Rebound 05:09 Voyager 2 Power Save Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/5-good-news-stories--5747537/support . 🎄 Good news, no ads, for everyone in the house: Caloroga+ on Apple Podcasts is $49.99 a year, shareable with up to 6 family members. Try it free for 30 days: tap Try Free in Apple Podcasts. 5 Good News Stories is a daily podcast with five positive, uplifting news stories to brighten your day. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network John also hosts Daily Comedy News Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Media! For Apple users, hit the banner which says Uninterrupted Listening on your Apple podcasts app. Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories’ with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! Get more info from Caloroga Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com