Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years

A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet ownersThe stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in schoolsScientists observed a rare astronomical event involving a comet passing Earth

The city introduced a bike-sharing program with 100 new bikes at 20 stationsResearchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on driving ability

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• ·The space agency announced plans to send a crewed mission to the moon by 2029
• ·Park rangers offer guided hikes to teach visitors about native plants
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·A tech startup raised funding to develop a new type of renewable energy storage
• ·A musician’s new album received five-star reviews from major music critics
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for a children’s hospital
• ·Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Scientists discovered that a common kitchen spice has properties that fight inflammation
• ·Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this year
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie.
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night, with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist.
• ·Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste
• ·Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys
• ·A photographer’s work was featured in a national art magazine
• ·Scientists develop new vaccine to protect against animal borne illnesses