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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• ·The national currency strengthened against the dollar by 1.5% following positive trade balance data
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests reduces levels of harmful chemicals in the blood
• ·The city’s main train station is being renovated to improve facilities
• ·Cross country team wins state championship with record breaking time
• ·A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $130 million
• ·The national ballet company performed a new show that sold out in days
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average summer temperatures raising heatwave concerns
• ·A grocery store started offering online ordering and same-day delivery for customers
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts daily can reduce the risk of diabetes
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years
• ·The stock market closed at a new high after a week of steady growth
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of a seasonal respiratory illness
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s winter will be warmer than usual
• ·A school started a garden club where students grow vegetables to sell at the farmers market