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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• ·A farm began using drones to monitor crop health, reducing the need for chemical pesticides by 15%
• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy in people
• ·A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer for the environment
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new species of fish in the Pacific Ocean
• ·A tennis tournament was canceled due to rain forcing organizers to reschedule matches for the next day
• ·A new shopping mall is set to open next month with over 100 stores
• ·Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young children
• ·A fashion store started selling vintage clothing alongside new items
• ·Geologists warn of potential earthquake risk in coastal region
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 140 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·Local schools started using compost bins to teach students about waste reduction
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make fertilizer for community gardens
• ·The government announced tax breaks for small businesses to encourage growth
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customers
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers blood pressure in adults