Highway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway

A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensilsRenewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year recordA team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materialsThe government launched a program to encourage households to install solar panels with tax rebates

A flood in the eastern region damaged 500 homes and disrupted transportation networks for a weekA survey found that 70% of citizens support investing more in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions

A company announced plans to make all its packaging 100% recyclable by 2025

Glaciers in the Arctic have lost 40% of their mass since 1980 according to a new studyA new fashion brand launched a collection inspired by traditional patterns

The local police department increased patrols in high - crime areasA tech company released a new laptop with improved performance

Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand droughtThe national opera company went on a tour to other cities in the country

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• ·Study reveals that listening to audiobooks improves vocabulary
• ·A pharmaceutical firm announced positive results from trials of a new drug for treating migraines
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and modern agricultural techniques
• ·An energy company announced it would invest $5 billion in wind energy projects
• ·Lifeguards teach water safety skills to children at local pool
• ·A city installed 50 new electric vehicle charging stations in parking lots around the city
• ·A tech startup launched an app to help users track carbon footprints and make eco-friendly choices
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships
• ·Community organizes beach cleanup that collects 3 tons of plastic waste
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·A museum hosted a lecture series by experts on ancient civilizations
• ·The national economy grew by 3.6% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·Newspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·A airline added new snack options, including gluten free and vegan choices