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30 brilliant cleaning hacks, how to combat pandemic fatigue, some tips for dealing with winter depression, and an adorable birdhouse city. This week’s Good News.

Trying to get your living-space in tip-top shape? These 30 brilliant cleaning hacks are guaranteed to make your job a little bit easier. Flour to clean the kitchen sink? Who would have thought!

Is pandemic stress taking a toll on your productivity and energy levels? You’re not alone. Check out these energy boosting tips to help you power through the work day. You’ll be surprised by how much you can get done.

Speaking of pandemic stress, some doctors believe that the isolation and uncertainty caused by COVID-19 could increase the risk of winter depression, or seasonal affective disorder. This article from the New York Times outlines the warning signs to look out for – and some actions you can take to feel better if the winter blues sets in.

Here’s something you probably haven’t seen before: an entire city of birdhouses. Not only is it full of replicas of real-life historic buildings, but it even has a couple of “fly-through” restaurant for our feathered friends. Check out the articles for some pictures!

Awww of the week: burrito dog.

See you next week!

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