Local schools will introduce coding classes for elementary students starting next semester

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingA global tech giant said it will invest $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 48% by 2030

Two neighboring countries signed a historic border agreement after three years of diplomatic talksHealth officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young children to get vaccinatedA renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical praise attracting over 13000 visitors on its first weekend

The stock market reached a new all-time high on Thursday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companiesA severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate

Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools

Researchers found that regular consumption of walnuts may lower the risk of heart disease by 24%A bakery won first place at a regional food festival for its apple pie

A construction company used sustainable building materials for a new office complexA research team studied the impact of air pollution on children’s lung development

A café offered free refills on coffee for customers who bring their own reusable cupsA government agency launched a campaign to promote water conservation in households

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• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastics in all public spaces, starting next year.
• ·A bakery used local ingredients to make its bread and pastries
• ·The railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·A clothing brand announced it will recycle old jeans into new products
• ·A new wildlife sanctuary opened to protect endangered wolves in the northern mountains
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 25 percent in the last quarter
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 3.2% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·A famous author announced a new book that will be released next year after a 10-year hiatus
• ·Opera house presents new production of famous opera with modern stage design
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios
• ·Magazine publishes exclusive interview with Oscar winning actress about new film
• ·A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with best-selling books
• ·Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·The government planned to build more bike-sharing stations in the city