A scientist discovered a way to convert plastic waste into clean fuel

Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new targeted therapy drugThe country’s trade deficit narrowed by 8% in the third quarter due to increased export sales

Environmental activists organized a march in the capital to demand stricter carbon emission lawsA renowned historian announced the release of a new book about 20th-century global conflictsLocal schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week

A large telecom company invested $1.8 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to rural areasA tropical depression formed in the Pacific Ocean prompting storm watches for island communities

The World Health Organization updated its list of essential medicines to include new HIV treatments

A professional baseball player signed a seven-year contract worth $220 million with a new teamThe government launched a public awareness campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated against the flu

A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by emerging artists from around the worldWeather conditions forced the cancellation of a major outdoor food festival over the weekend

A team of marine biologists attached tracking devices to sharks to study their migration routesLocal schools added coding classes to their curriculum to prepare students for tech industry jobs

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• ·A major airline announced it would be offering discounted fares for families traveling during school holidays.
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology
• ·A social media platform banned certain types of content to promote safety
• ·Researchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates
• ·A university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time
• ·The United Nations released a report on the impact of climate change on wildlife
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted top players from around the world
• ·A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime
• ·Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit
• ·A startup company launched an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprint
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in the western part of the country
• ·The city held a parade to celebrate a national holiday
• ·A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safety
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children every day helps develop their vocabulary
• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging