A coffee shop started offering "bring your own mug" discounts to reduce disposable waste

The city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterwaysA new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe government passed a law to ban the use of harmful pesticides in protected wildlife areasA tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household items

Researchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutesThe local theater group announced plans to perform a classic play in parks across the city

A prolonged drought forced farmers to switch to drought-resistant crops to save their harvests

Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s diseaseA startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produce

A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight daysResearchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing

The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

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• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·A school started a robotics team that qualified for a national competition in its first year
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·A popular actress announced her return to the stage after a long break
• ·A cyclone caused widespread damage to homes and businesses in a coastal village
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two years
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free spay and neuter services for stray animals
• ·A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 12 million children by 2030
• ·A popular fashion brand announced it will recycle old clothes into new products
• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%
• ·A community group organized a neighborhood potluck that brought together 80 residents for a meal
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from injuries
• ·Survey reveals that most travelers prefer road trips over air travel this year
• ·The prime minister met with international leaders to discuss climate change action plans
• ·A sports league announced plans to add two new teams in the southern region next year
• ·Government invests $30 million in affordable childcare programs statewide