A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next year

A study found that spending time outdoors every day improves mood and overall mental healthThe government increased funding for cancer research to find new treatments and cures

A bookstore started a book club for young adults that meets once a month to discuss popular novelsResearchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of the fluThe railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities

A new TV series based on a popular book became a hit with viewers around the worldA study revealed that eating fish twice a week can improve brain health and memory

A city installed more streetlights in parks to make them safer for evening visitors

An airline announced it would add more movies TV shows and games to its in-flight entertainmentA new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has tripled in the past two years

A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportationA tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that controls all household appliances with voice commands

A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 14 million children by 2030A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on renewable energy and space exploration

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• ·The national volleyball team won the continental championship beating their opponent in three sets
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users track and reduce their household energy consumption
• ·Tennis star wins grand slam tournament for the third time in career
• ·A severe storm hit the east coast overnight, causing power outages for over 100,000 residents and closing several major highways.
• ·A social media platform added a feature to let users schedule posts across multiple accounts
• ·Scientists found that listening to soft music can help people focus while studying
• ·A tech company updated its operating system for mobile devices
• ·TV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards
• ·A global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countries
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·A new fashion brand launched a collection inspired by traditional patterns
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of homes in the suburbs
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·The national tennis team won a major international competition
• ·A city added 100 new parking spaces downtown, including 20 accessible spots for people with disabilities
• ·The fire department put out a big fire in a commercial building in the city center