The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools

A new survey found that 74% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainabilityA major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities

A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 34%Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 7 tons of trashA tech startup raised $240 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.4 billion

A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movieThe government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $140 million

A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities

A study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school studentsA restaurant was awarded a "best local cuisine" prize by a regional food magazine

A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersectionsA scientist discovered a new species of insect in a rainforest that has unique camouflage abilities

A small café started using compostable cups and utensils to reduce wasteA university basketball team won their first playoff game in five years

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• ·A library added a collection of audiobooks for kids to encourage family listening time
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 14 minutes
• ·Postal service delivers holiday packages ahead of schedule this year
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in several new countries
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for early bookings
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 36 countries over the next year
• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·A tech startup secured $5 million in funding to expand its product line
• ·A pet store started offering pet training classes for dogs and cats
• ·Retailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout lines
• ·Scientists discover ancient underwater volcano that was active 10000 years ago
• ·A farm installed solar panels to power its irrigation system reducing energy costs by 40%
• ·Bus company adds wheelchair accessible vehicles to all routes
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee
• ·A local newspaper printed a special edition for the city’s anniversary
• ·The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this year