Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country

A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the finalA museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensResearchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50

The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesAn oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineries

A small plane made an emergency landing on a highway with no injuries reported

A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%A startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produce

A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight daysResearchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing

The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

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• ·A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen time
• ·A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and people with disabilities
• ·The city council approved a $150 million project to upgrade public transportation systems
• ·A local theater showed foreign films
• ·Study finds that listening to nature sounds reduces stress during work meetings
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with affordable housing units
• ·The school district added a financial literacy course to the curriculum
• ·The foreign ministry confirmed that it had recalled its ambassador for consultations over a territorial dispute
• ·Local businesses donated goods to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital
• ·Major clothing retailers announced they will extend return windows for holiday purchases until February
• ·A airline added a new direct flight route between two mid sized cities
• ·A school district announced it will provide free school supplies to all elementary students next year
• ·A hotel started offering free breakfast for all guests to increase customer satisfaction
• ·A city launched a recycling program that rewards residents with discounts at local stores
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater