The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·A new study revealed that spending time with family pets lowers stress hormones in adults
• ·The national park service announced plans to repair hiking trails damaged by last year’s storms
• ·Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation has health benefits
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users manage their personal finances and save money
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training programs
• ·Heavy rain caused a river to overflow its banks flooding nearby farmland
• ·A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents
• ·A city installed more crosswalks with pedestrian signals in busy neighborhoods
• ·A national park reported a sighting of a rare bird species thought to be extinct in the area
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices
• ·A new survey found that 85% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary
• ·A hospital announced plans to expand its pediatric department with 30 new beds
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss