The United Nations released a report showing a 12% reduction in global poverty over five years

A local restaurant won a national award for its innovative cuisineWeather forecasters predicted a heatwave that will bring temperatures over 100 degrees

A team of scientists published a study on how climate change is affecting sea levelsThe country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent the lowest in 20 yearsA charity raised over $2 million to build schools in rural areas of Africa

Scientists developed a new type of fabric that is waterproof and breathableThe city council voted to increase funding for math and science programs in schools

Researchers found that listening to music while studying helps improve test scores

A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online ordersAn international aid group delivered 10000 tons of food to a country facing famine due to conflict

A major fashion brand said it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines next yearA study in a science journal found natural sunlight exposure improves children’s cognitive function

Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuriesA tech company announced 1000 layoffs as part of a restructuring to focus on core products

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• ·A study found spending time with grandchildren reduces depression risk in elderly adults
• ·Volunteers organized a beach cleanup collecting 3 tons of plastic waste
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 43% since the start of the decade
• ·Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlife
• ·The national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 3-1
• ·The central bank decided to raise interest rates to combat rising inflation, which has reached a 10-year high.
• ·Doctors created a new allergy treatment that reduces symptoms for up to two years
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets including one in the habitable zone
• ·Researchers found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 30%.
• ·A bakery won first place at a regional food festival for its apple pie
• ·A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals
• ·A local high school’s soccer team won the state championship after a 3-0 victory in the final
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullying among teens
• ·Local businesses organized a market to sell handmade products