The government launched a campaign to teach people about recycling

A new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hoursLocal farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produce

The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countriesA golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final holeA hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 beds

Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure in hypertensive patientsThe public transit system started offering a monthly pass that includes free bike rentals

A clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products immediately

A truck accident on a highway spilled 100 gallons of fuel causing a temporary closureHighway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leaderResearch indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness

Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

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• ·International leaders signed a new agreement to reduce plastic waste in ocean ecosystems
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller lighter and more powerful than current ones
• ·International organizations are sending medical supplies to a country hit by a recent cholera outbreak
• ·Skateboard competition awards $5,000 prize to best amateur rider
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a recent outbreak of food poisoning linked to contaminated lettuce.
• ·A large bookstore chain opened a new branch in the shopping district
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries, calling for increased donations.
• ·A clothing brand announced a recycling program for old clothes to reduce waste
• ·Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses
• ·A study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-owners
• ·Theater shows classic film with live musical accompaniment
• ·A river in the south overflowed its banks, causing damage to 60 farms and several roads
• ·Scientists successfully cloned a rare animal to help preserve the species
• ·Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 5 tons of waste
• ·Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year
• ·A museum unveiled a new exhibit showcasing rare historical documents that shed light on the country’s founding.