If you’re exhausted by the seemingly endless supply of bad news around the world – and who isn’t these days – now’s a good time to take a break and enjoy our newsletter, where we focus on topics that inspire.

This week’s highlights include:

• A feature on the many significant new techs being developed in the war against mosquitoes. And yes, if you’ve ever contracted a nasty disease from a mosquito or even just been bitten, you know it’s a war. 
• An interview with a doctor who gave up medicine to study witchcraft.
• A look at the revival of Israel’s dance scene in the wake of the October 7 Nova massacre. No-one is going to stop us dancing.

Also look out for:

• A new AI that can replace the court reporter.
• The oldest  shipwreck in the world.