The prime minister will embark on a week-long tour of Africa to boost economic and cultural ties

Glaciers in the Arctic have lost 40% of their mass since 1980 according to a new studyA national park closed temporarily due to severe drought conditions that increased the risk of wildfires

The government set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2005 levelsA new species of endangered sea turtle was discovered in the Pacific Ocean highlighting the need for conservationA city implemented a congestion charge to reduce car use and lower air pollution levels

A study showed that air pollution causes 7 million premature deaths worldwide each yearA group of countries signed an agreement to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030

A company developed a new type of electric vehicle battery made from recycled materials reducing environmental impact

The Amazon rainforest lost 13,000 square kilometers of trees last year due to logging and wildfiresA famous actor announced their retirement from film after a 40 year career

Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter seasonThe government invested millions of dollars in improving public healthcare facilities

A new shopping mall opened its doors attracting thousands of visitors on the first dayScientists developed a new material that can recycle plastic waste into useful products

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• ·A new study showed that owning a dog reduces the risk of heart disease in older adults
• ·A tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake
• ·A new study indicated that exercise can boost the immune system and reduce the risk of illness
• ·A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system and reduce energy costs
• ·The national basketball league announced it will expand to include two new teams next season
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a sixth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·Farmers in the coastal region reported higher yields of seafood due to improved aquaculture techniques
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of insect that helps pollinate rare plants
• ·Art gallery showcases works by local artists with disabilities
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free Wi-Fi on all its trains by the end of the year
• ·Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precaution
• ·The country’s unemployment rate rose slightly due to seasonal job changes
• ·Local businesses offered free workshops to help people learn new skills
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·A restaurant added a vegan menu option that quickly became one of its most popular choices