Major breakthroughs coming at a cellular level - this will be a huge source of innovation in the coming years.  Parkinson's breakthrough today.  http://www.nytimes.com/2009/03/06/health/06parkinsons.html?_r=1&scp=2&sq=parkinsons&st=cse

Exxon healthy and investing around the world all while pushing for carbon tax. Really? http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/03/06/despite-recession-and-prices-exxon-plans-to-expand/?scp=2&sq=exxon&st=cse

Job openings?  We got 'em.  http://www.rackspacecareers.com/index.php?page=joblistings

There is a site devoted to just good news!  http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/

What is happening in your world that has you encouraged?