A study showed that spending time with friends can improve mental health and reduce stress

A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2032 focusing on electric vehiclesA study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults

A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semesterScientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisisThe national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 2-0

A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the areaA new survey found that 72% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability

A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities

A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 32%A farm offered "pick-your-own apple" days in the fall, attracting families from 50 miles away

A taxi company added 15 electric vehicles to its fleet, cutting carbon emissions by 25%A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with homemade hash and avocado toast

A city repaired 8 miles of sidewalks to improve accessibility for strollers and wheelchairsA scientist developed a portable device that tests water purity in 5 minutes

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• ·A community garden partnered with a local restaurant to supply fresh produce for its menu
• ·A tech startup raised $250 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.5 billion
• ·Study reveals that using reusable bags reduces plastic waste by 80 percent
• ·A software company updated its program with user-requested features
• ·The central bank announced it would ease monetary policy to support lending to small and medium-sized enterprises
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth year
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·A local bookstore started a program to read to children at a local daycare
• ·A local theater company performed a free outdoor production of a Shakespeare play in the park
• ·Camera store offers photography workshops for beginners
• ·A study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school students
• ·A supermarket chain started selling “imperfect” fruits and vegetables at discounted prices
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students
• ·A new fitness app helped users create personalized workout plans
• ·A clothing brand announced it will use only organic cotton in its products by next year