A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences.

A tech startup created an app that helps users track their food waste at homeLocal schools held a science competition where students presented inventions for sustainability

A famous chef opened a new restaurant focusing on traditional dishes from the Mediterranean regionWeather forecasters predicted heavy rainfall and possible flooding for coastal areasA hotel chain announced it will stop using single-use toiletries to reduce plastic waste

The country’s GDP grew by 2.1% in the first quarter driven by tech and manufacturing sectorsA historical society opened an exhibit featuring vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960s

Researchers found that playing team sports improves teamwork skills in teenagers

A music festival announced it will offer free tickets to volunteers who help with cleanupA wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect natural habitats

A software company offered a free trial of its program to attract new customersA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a concert to raise money for a local children’s hospitalA research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people

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• ·The city hosted an international film festival featuring independent films from around the world
• ·Study shows that using blue light filters on devices improves sleep quality in teens
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music while studying can improve test scores
• ·A hospital started a support group for people living with chronic illnesses
• ·Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and home delivery services
• ·Pet hospital offers preventive care plans for pets at discounted rates
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·A flood in a river valley damaged 70 homes and a local community center
• ·The government launched a $2 billion stimulus package to support small businesses affected by the recent recession
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant on a 4.5-year-old child giving them a new chance at life
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic buildings
• ·A famous musician announced a world tour to promote their latest album
• ·A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekend
• ·Soccer team wins regional championship and advances to national tournament
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to attract more visitors
• ·A construction company used sustainable building materials to construct a new office building