US Finally Returns Asante Kingdom Artifacts to Ghana and The Power of Joy Lists

Today’s Solutions: December 18, 2025

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US Finally Returns Asante Kingdom Artifacts to Ghana and The Power of Joy Lists

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This week’s uplifting news:

Arielle shares exciting news about how UCLA’s Fowler Museum is returning seven royal Ghanaian treasures to the Asante Kingdom, and launches into a discussion about the importance of the repatriation of cultural artifacts. Then, Karissa talks about the powerful practice of keeping “joy lists” and how you can incorporate them into your day-to-day life.

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