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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• ·The government announced a new $450 million funding package to support small businesses hit by recent economic challenges
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area.
• ·Archaeologists uncover ruins of ancient temple in Southeast Asia
• ·Toy store hosts DIY craft day where kids make their own stuffed animals
• ·Medical researchers developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·A study found that listening to music while exercising can improve performance by 15%
• ·Research finds that drinking chamomile tea improves sleep quality in seniors
• ·The government passed a law that requires food labels to list added sugars clearly
• ·Doctors recommended limiting the intake of sugary drinks for better health
• ·A study found nuts reduce cholesterol
• ·The city installed more public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of blueberries may lower the risk of heart disease by 22%
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the western district
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser for local food bank
• ·The government invested 50 million dollars in public infrastructure