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

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns

The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes

Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergiesThe government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poetsA local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

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• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win for their yearbook
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·The national basketball team won a crucial game to advance to the continental championship
• ·Scientists developed a new battery technology that charges faster and lasts longer
• ·Library offers free access to online language learning tools
• ·The national tennis team won a major international tournament for the first time
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy days
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against a seasonal virus
• ·A school started a robotics club that competed in a state tournament and placed second
• ·Medical researchers found that regular yoga practice can improve flexibility and joint health
• ·A local library started offering free computer classes for senior citizens
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry created by local artisans
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless veterans find housing
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A bookstore offered discounts on all books during a back-to-school sale
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $40 during its summer sale