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 library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·A restaurant added a kids eat free night on Tuesdays to attract families
• ·A farmers market added a section for local beekeepers to sell honey and beeswax products
• ·A new study showed that getting enough sleep can improve academic performance in students
• ·A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities
• ·A fashion store donated unsold clothing to a nonprofit that helps homeless individuals find jobs
• ·The community center offered free cooking classes for local residents
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution from factories affects memory in older adults
• ·A team of marine biologists tagged dolphins to study their migration patterns
• ·A restaurant started offering breakfast all day to cater to customers with different schedules
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric cancer ward with private rooms for patients and families
• ·A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its library
• ·The government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art equipment
• ·A school started a robotics club
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early hours of the morning