A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices.

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat lossA restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the year

Volunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effortThe central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth

A renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA global climate change summit ended with 120 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030

A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year no matter their family incomeA new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production

A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became a bestseller on international book listsA strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured

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• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps reduce symptoms of seasonal depression
• ·A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the world
• ·A famous author won a national book award for their latest novel about World War II
• ·The government announced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional batteries
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active
• ·A new hospital wing dedicated to children’s care opened this week
• ·A local business owner won an award for entrepreneurship recognized for their innovative sustainable business approach
• ·An energy company announced it will phase out coal power plants by 2035
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·A school district bought new computers for all classrooms
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores
• ·A university football team announced its schedule for the upcoming season with 8 home games
• ·The school board voted to update the curriculum to include more digital literacy courses
• ·Local shops reported higher foot traffic during the weekend craft fair in the town square