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 regional summit on refugee rights concluded with a pledge to provide more humanitarian aid
• ·Research finds that learning to play an instrument improves hand eye coordination
• ·A professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometown
• ·A school district hired more teachers to reduce class sizes
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1300 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Students participated in a competition to design sustainable products
• ·A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·A coffee shop started using compostable cups for all its drinks
• ·The local zoo announced the arrival of a new animal from another country
• ·A major airline confirmed it will resume direct flights to four European cities by the end of the quarter
• ·A study found that students who participate in extracurricular activities have higher graduation rates and better social skills.
• ·A pet store started offering pet grooming packages that include baths, haircuts, and nail trims
• ·A museum displayed ancient artifacts from a civilization that existed 5,000 years ago
• ·Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementia
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion school