The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all food service establishments

Dietitian recommends adding quinoa to diets for plant-based proteinBus company adds new routes to connect suburban areas to downtown

Photography exhibit featuring images of endangered species opens at science centerScientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s diseaseCommunity center provides free summer camps for kids from low-income families

Tennis tournament attracts top players from 25 countries to coastal resortStudy shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children

Bakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweeteners

Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safetyA tech startup raised $250 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.5 billion

A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movieThe government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $150 million

A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communitiesA study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school students

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• ·Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessible
• ·A pharmaceutical company began clinical trials for a new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free croissants made with rice flour and tapioca starch
• ·Researchers found that sleep deprivation can impair decision-making skills
• ·A clothing brand started a recycling program where customers can return old clothes for discounts
• ·Students participated in a clean-up campaign along the river
• ·The government announced a new $480 million funding package to support small businesses hit by recent economic challenges
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need
• ·Police department implements body camera policy for all patrol officers
• ·A study found that spending 45 minutes outdoors daily can reduce symptoms of depression by 30%
• ·The government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year
• ·The national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection