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 bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers
• ·A school district hired 20 new teachers to reduce class sizes in elementary schools
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·A school district introduced a new mental health program for students with counselors in every school
• ·A famous author announced a sequel to their best-selling novel set to release next year
• ·A tech company announced a new partnership with a car manufacturer
• ·A fire in a shopping mall was quickly contained by firefighters with no reported injuries
• ·A electronics company recalled a batch of wireless headphones due to a potential overheating issue
• ·The central bank announced it would inject $5 billion into the economy to support small businesses
• ·The country’s economy grew by 23 percent in the last quarter
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt organic farming practices
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of nuts lowers cholesterol levels
• ·A major sports league announced changes to its rules to improve player safety
• ·A city added more public parking spaces in the downtown area
• ·Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town