Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores, starting from next month.

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns

The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes

Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergiesThe government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poetsA local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

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• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport terminal to handle increased passenger traffic
• ·City announces plan to add 20 miles of new bike trails by next summer
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health
• ·A fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collection
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·Glaciers in the Arctic have lost 40% of their mass since 1980 according to a new study
• ·A bookstore offered discounts on all books during a back-to-school sale
• ·A social media platform introduced new features to protect user privacy
• ·A historical monument was damaged in a storm and needs repairs
• ·Volunteers organized a clean-up activity to remove garbage from the local river
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for after-school programs in public schools
• ·Teachers receive training on how to support students with anxiety disorders
• ·A university conducted a survey that found 80% of students are satisfied with their education
• ·A new mobile game tournament attracted over 10000 participants from around the world
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·TV network announces new reality show about farm life