The government launched a program to help farmers adopt more sustainable practices

Furniture store sells eco-friendly sofas made from recycled materialsLibrary offers free access to online language learning tools

Skateboard competition awards $10,000 prize to professional riderResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativityJuice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juices

Animal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption feesNewspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area

Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospitalAn airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi to provide faster internet access

Local police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security and crime preventionInternational medical team develops new treatment for drug resistant tuberculosis

Local elementary school installs solar panels to reduce energy costsTech company releases smart home device that monitors and adjusts indoor air quality

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• ·A leading financial institution predicted that the country’s GDP will grow by 2.8% next year up from 2.1% this year
• ·The city hosted an international sports tournament attracting teams from around the world
• ·A social media platform rolled out a new feature to help users identify and report fake news
• ·The community center offered free tutoring for students
• ·A best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activism
• ·Study reveals that spending time with pets reduces feelings of loneliness
• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar for guests
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial data
• ·A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutes
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation, adding 5 new bus routes and extending service hours
• ·A bakery started using organic flour in all its breads to appeal to health-conscious customers
• ·A city installed public Wi-Fi in parks
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 80 community members
• ·A new study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for college students, according to a education research group.
• ·A local farm began selling fresh produce directly to consumers through a community-supported agriculture program