Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adults

A small business owner expanded their online store to include international shippingA city installed new street signs to make downtown easier to navigate

A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteriaA pet rescue organization started a "pet food bank" to help low-income pet owners feed their animalsA restaurant started offering "happy hour" specials on appetizers and drinks

A school district started a "mentorship program" where teachers mentor new educatorsA tech startup released a new app that helps users find local events and activities

A community garden hosted a "pumpkin carving contest" during Halloween

A coffee shop started selling "nitro cold brew" for a smoother, creamier coffee optionLocal authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 6 tons of trash

A tech startup raised $220 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.2 billionA famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie

The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $120 millionA new high-speed internet service was launched in rural areas providing faster connectivity to underserved communities

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• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminants
• ·A farm started selling honey from its beehives, using the profits to plant more flowers
• ·A popular online retailer launched a new line of eco-friendly products
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 38 countries over the next year
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of coral in the Great Barrier Reef that can withstand warmer ocean temperatures
• ·A pet store started offering puppy training classes for new dog owners
• ·A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safety
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios in the medical ward
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·Track and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet
• ·Weather service warns of heavy snowfall in northern regions this weekend
• ·A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planes
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating breakfast helps children focus in school
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season