A global summit on gender equality ended with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2030

A school started a debate club where students compete in regional debate tournamentsA tech company donated computers to a local elementary school for its computer lab

A national park reported record attendance during the summer months due to improved facilitiesA bakery started creating custom wedding cakes with handcrafted sugar flowersA construction company used 3D printing to build parts of a new affordable housing development

A research study found that regular exercise can improve cognitive function in older adultsA café introduced a new specialty latte made with lavender and honey

A government agency launched a campaign to teach children about internet safety

A sports league changed its overtime rules to reduce the risk of player injuriesA school started a recycling competition between classes to encourage more recycling

A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to publish a photoA bakery introduced a seasonal line of pumpkin-flavored pastries that sold out within a week of launch

A city installed new benches and water fountains in public parks to improve visitor comfortA scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

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• ·The weather service warned of extreme cold temperatures for northern states
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area, destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter.
• ·Dietitian recommends adding chia seeds to meals for omega 3 fatty acid intake
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of almonds may lower the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·Car manufacturer unveils electric SUV with range of 400 miles on single charge
• ·A museum launched a program for children to learn about art through hands-on workshops
• ·A school added a new course on environmental science to educate students about climate change and sustainability
• ·A charity organization distributed hot soup and blankets to homeless people during a cold snap
• ·A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual sale
• ·A research study found that getting enough sleep improves athletic performance in athletes
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income students
• ·Local firefighters rescued four people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·Scientists warned that rising ocean temperatures are causing coral reefs to die at an alarming rate
• ·The military conducted rescue operations in areas affected by a hurricane
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent