A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer and more durable than current modelsA pet store started offering "exotic pet supplies" for owners of reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a "vegan menu" with 10 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE programA tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games

A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior centerA bakery introduced a "low-sugar cookie" that was popular with health-conscious customers

A coffee shop hosted a "coffee tasting event" where customers sampled 5 different types of coffee

A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in the field of environmental scienceWeather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides

A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s wastewater treatment systemThe country’s inflation rate remained stable thanks to government economic policies

A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find stable housing and jobsScientists observed that a popular bird species is changing its migration route due to climate change

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• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway line to connect the airport to the city center
• ·A study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm
• ·A university basketball team won its first conference title in 15 years
• ·A small business owner expanded their store to include a gift shop section with local products
• ·A software company updated its program to work with the latest operating systems
• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 15 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·University researchers find way to make solar panels 15% more efficient
• ·Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels
• ·Swimming team wins national championship for second consecutive year
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free Wi-Fi on all its trains by the end of the year
• ·A smartphone app that helps users find local restaurants added a feature for dietary restrictions
• ·Plant nursery sells pollinator friendly plants to support bees and butterflies
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·A city added more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety