A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills fasterThe government invested $300 million in building new solar energy farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at homeA community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areasA study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain

The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groupsA new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel

A severe thunderstorm hit the city damaging trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

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• ·A major oil company announced it would be investing $10 billion in renewable energy projects over the next five years.
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to fires
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a groundbreaking surgery to separate conjoined twins, a procedure that took 12 hours.
• ·A fire in a shopping mall was quickly contained by firefighters with no reported injuries
• ·Researchers found that spending time in parks reduces stress in city residents
• ·The school district announced a new program to support students with special needs
• ·Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere
• ·Researchers developed a new blood test that can detect early signs of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A company developed a new type of electric vehicle battery made from recycled materials reducing environmental impact
• ·A survey found that 68% of consumers prioritize buying products from eco-friendly brands
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Engineers completed a new bridge connecting two cities that had been separated by a river
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by local history that topped regional music charts
• ·A large telecom company invested $1.8 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to rural areas
• ·A tech company recalled one of its laptop models due to a potential fire hazard caused by a faulty battery.