The city banned single-use plastic bags in all retail stores

A musician’s new album received five-star reviews from major music criticsA city council approved the construction of 400 new affordable housing units in the city

Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipmentA retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all orders over $30 during its summer saleA severe hailstorm with golf ball-sized hail damaged crops on 50 farms in a rural area

A study revealed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more informationThe government passed regulations to limit the amount of sugar in children’s breakfast cereals

A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of a famous invention

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make fertilizer for community gardensScientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple blooms

A legendary rock band announced a reunion tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut albumThe country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter

A hospital opened a new cancer treatment center with state-of-the-art medical equipmentResearchers found that reading to young children every day improves their language skills by age five

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• ·A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature
• ·A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·A study revealed that social media use can affect self-esteem in young adults
• ·A local café began offering free refills on coffee for customers who stay to work or study
• ·A farm offered pick-your-own apple days in the fall, attracting families from 50 miles away
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that is more durable and eco-friendly
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes
• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation, adding 5 new bus routes and extending service hours
• ·Marine researchers documented a rare sighting of blue whales in a coastal sanctuary
• ·A pet groomer started offering mobile services for customers who can’t bring their pets to the salon
• ·A fashion store started offering online shopping with free shipping for orders over $75
• ·A famous designer launched a new clothing line inspired by traditional culture
• ·A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 15 million children by 2030
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on social media