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 bakery started making custom birthday cakes with 3D-printed sugar decorations
• ·A popular music artist released a new album topping charts in 20 countries within 24 hours
• ·The national rugby team won the regional cup after defeating their rivals in a final-minute match
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $50,000 for a nonprofit
• ·Schools launched a new program to teach students about financial literacy
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire in early morning hours
• ·A community organization offered free job training programs for unemployed residents
• ·Electronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers
• ·A hospital opened a new wing dedicated to pediatric care
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop with a lightweight and durable design
• ·A tech company announced it would plant a tree for every product sold to help the environment
• ·A local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center
• ·Shoe brand releases new line of shoes made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about small business ownership that gained 5,000 listeners
• ·Book publisher launches new children’s book series about animals