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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• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve memory in older adults
• ·A software company updated its program to include new features requested by users
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 50 new stores across the country
• ·A university football team won its first conference championship in 10 years
• ·Researchers found that reading aloud to toddlers helps develop language skills faster
• ·A local café partnered with a nearby school to provide free coffee to teachers during the week
• ·A city council voted to increase the minimum wage for city employees
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play string instruments
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·An airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions
• ·A tech startup raised funding to develop a new type of renewable energy storage
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps reduce symptoms of seasonal depression
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 48% by 2030
• ·The postal service announced it would hire 6000 temporary workers to handle holiday mail
• ·A library started offering tech help sessions where volunteers assist residents with using smartphones and computers
• ·Volunteer group builds houses for families affected by recent flood