A local theater showed foreign films

A study showed that group study sessions help students get better gradesThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languagesScientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using natural bacteriaThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter

A fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothingA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling

A community organized a charity walk to raise money for cancer research

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera systemA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

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• ·A heavy dust storm swept through the western desert region reducing visibility to less than a mile
• ·High school students created an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprint
• ·A school district started a green club where students work on projects to reduce the school’s carbon footprint
• ·The city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways
• ·A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-books
• ·The country’s export of technology goods increased by 22 percent this quarter
• ·A university started a new program focused on renewable energy research
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned archaeologist about recent discoveries in ancient ruins
• ·Online retailer offers free returns on all clothing purchases
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a strong storm system that could bring heavy rain to the eastern states
• ·The government announced tax incentives for companies investing in renewable energy
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·Radio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviews
• ·A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospital
• ·The government passed a law to control noise pollution in urban areas
• ·A study revealed that eating a protein-rich breakfast keeps people full longer than a carb-heavy one