The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools

A new survey found that 74% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainabilityA major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities

A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 34%Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 7 tons of trashA tech startup raised $240 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.4 billion

A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movieThe government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $140 million

A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities

A study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school studentsA restaurant was awarded a "best local cuisine" prize by a regional food magazine

A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersectionsA scientist discovered a new species of insect in a rainforest that has unique camouflage abilities

A small café started using compostable cups and utensils to reduce wasteA university basketball team won their first playoff game in five years

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• ·A software company launched a new project management tool that integrates with popular apps
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool to make operations less invasive
• ·A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days
• ·The school board approved the construction of a new elementary school
• ·A marathon race attracted 20,000 participants from 50 countries with the winner finishing in 2 hours 10 minutes
• ·A team of historians published a new book about the country’s colonial history
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A tech company launched a new feature for its video conferencing tool that allows virtual backgrounds
• ·Pet hospital offers 24 hour emergency care for pets
• ·A city council approved funds to upgrade public playgrounds
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for sixth consecutive year
• ·Engineers designed a new levee system to prevent flooding in a river basin
• ·Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand drought
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare
• ·City hosts Fourth of July parade with floats from local organizations