A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 12 million children by 2030

The city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterwaysA new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe government passed a law to ban the use of harmful pesticides in protected wildlife areasA tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household items

Researchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutesThe local theater group announced plans to perform a classic play in parks across the city

A prolonged drought forced farmers to switch to drought-resistant crops to save their harvests

Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s diseaseA startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produce

A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight daysResearchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing

The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

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• ·A sports team signed a star player
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Coffee shop sources beans directly from small scale farmers in South America
• ·Researchers found that drinking herbal tea can help with digestion
• ·A school started a environmental club to teach students about conservation
• ·A bookstore offered 20% off all books during a holiday sale, attracting record numbers of customers
• ·A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year
• ·A soccer club signed a star player for a record $150 million transfer fee
• ·A local history museum opened a new exhibition about the city’s role in the country’s independence movement
• ·A community garden donated 150 pounds of carrots to a local senior center
• ·Scientists reported that the global average temperature has risen by 1.2°C since the pre-industrial era
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses to upgrade to energy-efficient equipment
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned archaeologist about recent discoveries in ancient ruins
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21
• ·The government started a program to help small businesses use digital technology