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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• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected
• ·Community hosts cultural festival with music and food
• ·A school started a environmental club to teach students about conservation
• ·A government program helped first-time homebuyers
• ·Marine biologists work to protect coral reefs from pollution
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a crew to the moon by 2028
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals
• ·A library started offering free Wi-Fi to visitors who don’t have internet access at home
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing program with more stations
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce 50 new original shows next year
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in Europe
• ·A gym started a rehabilitation program to help people recover from injuries through gentle exercise
• ·A popular online retailer added a new service that allows customers to return items in person
• ·A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 12% in the past year with more time spent outdoors
• ·A community organized a charity auction that raised $8000 for an animal shelter
• ·Major clothing retailers announced they will extend return windows for holiday purchases until February