A popular coffee chain announced it will source all its coffee beans from fair-trade farms by 2025

A city council approved plans to convert an old factory into a community art centerA study showed that 15 minutes of daily meditation reduces stress levels significantly

A famous singer announced a residency at a Las Vegas venue with 50 shows scheduledThe military deployed troops to help clear roads blocked by snow in mountainous regionsA school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family income

A tech startup launched an app that helps users find and book affordable local accommodationsA heatwave in the southeast pushed temperatures to record highs prompting heat safety alerts

Researchers created a new type of biodegradable packaging that breaks down in six months

The government passed a law to protect old-growth forests from commercial loggingA drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens

A tech company partnered with a university to develop AI tools for medical researchThe government launched a campaign to promote healthy eating habits among children

A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author events to encourage reading in communitiesScientists warned that melting glaciers could lead to a rise in global sea levels by 1 meter by 2100

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• ·Retailer launches loyalty program that rewards customers for eco-friendly purchases
• ·Dance school puts on holiday performance with live music
• ·The city’s public transport system reduced fares for students and seniors
• ·A new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities
• ·A airline improved its on time departure rate by upgrading its scheduling software
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures to the northern states
• ·Chocolate shop makes artisanal chocolates with local ingredients
• ·Scientists developed a new type of pesticide that only targets harmful insects
• ·A new high school is being built to accommodate growing student numbers
• ·A local bookstore started a program to donate books to prisons
• ·Scientists at a leading lab developed a new test that detects a common virus in just five minutes
• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by international tensions
• ·The city hosted an international trade fair showcasing products from over 50 countries
• ·The city introduced a parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phone
• ·A smartphone app that helps users find local volunteer opportunities reached 1 million downloads