The World Bank approved a $720 million loan to help a country upgrade its rural schools

A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by nearby boatersA study showed that eating breakfast within an hour of waking can boost metabolism

The postal service announced it will add 100 new delivery trucks to handle package volumeVolunteers cleaned up 6 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debrisA famous singer released a charity single to raise money for disaster relief efforts

Local schools reported a 94% pass rate on state standardized tests this yearEngineers developed a new type of concrete that absorbs carbon dioxide from the air

The government released a report showing a 22% increase in renewable energy jobs

A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for two people at $10 eachA study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health

The space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor ocean currentsA coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the southern neighborhoodArchaeologists discovered ancient tools made from bone in a cave system

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• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen
• ·The stock market closed at a new high after a week of steady growth
• ·Researchers studied the impact of urban light pollution on the mating habits of fireflies
• ·A global organization warned of medical supply shortages in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts
• ·A pet store hosted a training workshop for new dog owners
• ·A farmers market added a section for local honey
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that is related to human longevity
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of lizard in a remote desert region of Australia
• ·A tech company launched a new smartwatch with health monitoring features
• ·Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu
• ·Camera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends
• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected
• ·The World Bank provided funding to improve sanitation systems in rural villages in Asia
• ·A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoods