Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new teamA new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations

Marine researchers discovered a group of rare sea turtles nesting in a protected coastal areaThe government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards

A major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsResearch shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

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• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in coastal towns
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A construction company won a contract to build a new hospital wing for pediatric care
• ·A city installed new street signs with larger text to improve visibility
• ·Engineers unveiled a prototype of a zero-emission public bus designed to operate in urban areas
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries in its rooms, replacing them with refillable containers to reduce waste.
• ·A sports equipment store sold eco-friendly gear
• ·The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilities
• ·A famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events
• ·The government announced plans to repair old roads and bridges in rural areas
• ·A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve memory in older adults
• ·A museum acquired a valuable painting by a 20th-century artist
• ·The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western states
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills