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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• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs
• ·The transit system announced plans to upgrade its trains with Wi-Fi and charging ports
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 35%
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 5000 affordable housing units in the city
• ·A fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing
• ·An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030
• ·Train company upgrades fleet with faster and more comfortable carriages
• ·Engineers completed a new tunnel that connects two cities reducing travel time by 45 minutes
• ·A new high-speed train service started operating between two major cities
• ·A bookstore chain expanded its online services to offer digital book rentals
• ·A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop that is lighter and has a longer battery life
• ·A photographer documented a local community’s efforts to rebuild after a natural disaster for a national magazine
• ·A restaurant was featured in a local magazine for its unique fusion cuisine
• ·Scientists studied how noise pollution in cities affects the behavior of birds
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie