A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer and more durable than current modelsA pet store started offering "exotic pet supplies" for owners of reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a "vegan menu" with 10 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE programA tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games

A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior centerA bakery introduced a "low-sugar cookie" that was popular with health-conscious customers

A coffee shop hosted a "coffee tasting event" where customers sampled 5 different types of coffee

A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in the field of environmental scienceWeather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides

A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s wastewater treatment systemThe country’s inflation rate remained stable thanks to government economic policies

A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find stable housing and jobsScientists observed that a popular bird species is changing its migration route due to climate change

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• ·Research indicates that walking barefoot on grass improves mood
• ·A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and added new features
• ·A sports equipment store opened a new location in a suburban shopping mall, creating 15 new jobs
• ·A national park offered guided nature hikes led by volunteer naturalists
• ·The government invested in new technology to improve public services
• ·Magazine features profile of chef who uses local, seasonal ingredients
• ·The city introduced a parking app that offers discounts for carpoolers
• ·Researchers calculated that using energy-efficient light bulbs can save households $50 a year on electricity bills
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·A musician released a new album that received positive reviews from critics
• ·Farmers are switching to organic farming methods to meet consumer demand
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banks
• ·The national tennis team won an international tournament
• ·Candle company donates portion of sales to environmental conservation groups
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional pottery making led by a local artist