Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month

A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved cameraA farm started offering a weekly subscription service for fresh produce boxes

A museum displayed a collection of vintage cameras and photography equipmentA airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advanceA charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research

A university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineeringA bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel

A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park

A clothing brand collaborated with a popular social media influencer to design a limited edition lineLocal authorities opened a new shelter for homeless youth with 50 beds

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on environmental themesA fast-food chain added plant-based fish sandwiches to all its locations nationwide

Researchers found that taking short walks every hour can reduce back pain by 32% in office workersThe mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four years

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• ·The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areas
• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·Scientists warned that rising ocean temperatures are causing coral bleaching in tropical reefs
• ·A bakery won a regional award for its chocolate cake
• ·Scientists observed a rare comet passing close to Earth
• ·Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce flooding
• ·A hospital started a mental health clinic for veterans with PTSD and other conditions
• ·The national park service announced plans to build new campgrounds in a popular national park
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of activewear for women
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients with mobility issues access home healthcare services
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·A city installed more streetlights in parks to make them safer for evening visitors
• ·Pet store hosts adoption event for rescue dogs and cats
• ·A community organized a 5K run to raise money for a local animal rescue shelter