The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·A famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 23-year career citing health reasons
• ·A hospital started a support group for families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts reduces risk of heart disease
• ·Local farmers market introduces weekly workshops on organic gardening techniques
• ·A tech startup partnered with a major retailer to sell its products in physical stores
• ·The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities
• ·A research team discovered a new way to clean up oil spills more effectively
• ·High school students created an app that helps seniors access local healthcare services
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of 100 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A charity raised funds to support animal shelters that care for abandoned pets
• ·The national park service announced plans to build new campgrounds in a popular national park
• ·Researchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials
• ·A tennis player returned to competition after a year-long injury and won a minor tournament
• ·The government passed a law to protect wild animals from illegal hunting and poaching
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1200 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products