Hardware store offers classes on basic home repairs

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%

The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtownA hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilitiesA wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres

A social media platform added a feature to hide comments with harmful content

Local farmers markets started selling homemade cheese and dairy products from local farmsA study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%

The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income householdsMudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesLocal restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist season

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• ·The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·Researchers found that drinking water regularly boosts energy levels
• ·Local artists collaborated to create a large mural celebrating the city's cultural diversity
• ·A famous athlete announced they will donate a portion of their salary to support youth sports programs
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 3.2% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions
• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars
• ·A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·The city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streets
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves 14000 kilowatt-hours of energy
• ·The transit system announced plans to replace old trains with newer more efficient models
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes
• ·A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night featuring 5 local comedians, selling out the venue
• ·A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sample