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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• ·Engineers build new bridge that can withstand strong earthquakes
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure clothes fit customers perfectly
• ·A university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate change
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 2.1% in the first quarter driven by tech and manufacturing sectors
• ·Opera house partners with local orchestra for production of modern opera
• ·Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brands
• ·A university research team found that regular meditation can reduce stress levels by 30%
• ·A popular social media platform launched a new feature for creating short videos
• ·Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new shopping center
• ·The government announced plans to improve road safety measures
• ·A community center offered free yoga classes for seniors
• ·A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 15 million children by 2030
• ·A construction project to widen a highway started this month and will take two years to finish
• ·Local restaurants started offering meal delivery services using electric bikes to reduce emissions