The World Bank approved a $720 million loan to help a country upgrade its rural schools

A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by nearby boatersA study showed that eating breakfast within an hour of waking can boost metabolism

The postal service announced it will add 100 new delivery trucks to handle package volumeVolunteers cleaned up 6 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debrisA famous singer released a charity single to raise money for disaster relief efforts

Local schools reported a 94% pass rate on state standardized tests this yearEngineers developed a new type of concrete that absorbs carbon dioxide from the air

The government released a report showing a 22% increase in renewable energy jobs

A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for two people at $10 eachA study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health

The space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor ocean currentsA coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the southern neighborhoodArchaeologists discovered ancient tools made from bone in a cave system

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• ·A global food safety organization issued guidelines to reduce food waste in restaurants and homes
• ·A city banned plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·The government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 support
• ·A team of researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus.
• ·A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedules
• ·A famous actor announced they would star in a new sci-fi film set to release next summer
• ·A famous actress announced she would produce a documentary about women’s rights in developing countries
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will have fewer storms than average
• ·A tech company released a new app to help people manage their finances
• ·Sheriff’s department uses drones to monitor wildfires
• ·Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to make learning more engaging for visitors
• ·The national ballet company performed a new show that sold out in days
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biology
• ·A major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities
• ·A clothing store offered free alterations for customers