The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stallsA study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers

The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemicA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run

Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentThe local museum added new hands-on exhibits for children to learn about science

A new study showed that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than indoor workoutsThe city council approved plans to renovate the old downtown theater into a multi-purpose venue

A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdaysScientists developed a new battery that uses organic materials instead of toxic chemicals

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• ·Biologists track migration patterns of humpback whales using underwater microphones
• ·A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairs
• ·A popular social media platform introduced new privacy features
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stations
• ·A major event center hosted an international conference this week
• ·Hospital opens new wing dedicated to pediatric care
• ·A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten-free pastries in response to customer demand
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets, including one in the habitable zone
• ·A best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hacking
• ·Archaeologists unearth ancient pottery fragments at site near historic village
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s historic neighborhoods
• ·A university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workers
• ·Researchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills
• ·Local schools updated their curriculum to include more practical skills
• ·A fire department conducted a drill to practice responding to a large-scale emergency
• ·A new science museum opened with interactive exhibits on space exploration