Astronomers discover new exoplanet in habitable zone of distant star

Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollution

A tornado touched down in a small town, destroying 30 homes and a local high schoolA study showed that group study sessions help students understand difficult subjects betterThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish, French, and MandarinScientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that break down oil

The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur, leather, and other animal productsThe government increased funding for mental health clinics in rural areas

A bookstore hosted a book signing with a famous children’s authorScientists discovered a way to use algae to produce biofuel

The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible trainsA fashion designer collaborated with a charity to create a clothing line that raises money for orphans

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• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A research study found that spending time gardening can lower blood pressure in adults
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A city implemented a program to reduce homelessness by providing permanent supportive housing
• ·Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large households
• ·A musician performed at a charity gala that raised $50,000 for a local nonprofit
• ·A major airline updated its in flight entertainment system with more movie options
• ·A vineyard started offering guided tours highlighting its sustainable farming practices and wine-making process
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a 2000-year-old mosaic floor in an ancient Greek city
• ·Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young children
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 10-mile stretch of highway to fix potholes
• ·A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year
• ·The public transit system added 50 new buses to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·A tech company introduced a new password manager app that helps users create and store secure passwords
• ·A university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time