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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• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·The government invested $500 million in building new solar power plants in desert regions
• ·A hospital started a support group for cancer patients
• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for over 10000 households in the suburbs
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers
• ·A hospital purchased a new MRI machine to improve diagnostic capabilities
• ·Archaeologists uncover ruins of ancient temple in Southeast Asia
• ·A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators
• ·A coffee shop introduced a seasonal drink made with pumpkin and spices
• ·A national forest closed several hiking trails temporarily to repair damage from a wildfire
• ·The city hosted an international conference on climate change solutions
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for the third consecutive year
• ·Scientists developed a new way to recycle plastic waste into useful materials
• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advance
• ·Hot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the region
• ·Scientists have discovered a new type of bacteria that can break down plastic waste in record time