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 local library started a weekly storytime session for toddlers and their parents
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·Art museum acquires rare collection of 1970s street art from international artists
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit
• ·The local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas
• ·Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 5 million people in rural areas
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of four or more
• ·A tech company released a software update with new features
• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author readings and book signings
• ·Scientists developed a faster and more accurate test for a virus
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self - driving cars
• ·The stock market experienced a minor decline after news of a global supply chain disruption
• ·The city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countries
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs
• ·Scientists discovered that a common herb has anti-inflammatory properties