The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores

A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrateA sports league announced it would introduce a salary cap to ensure fair competition among teams

A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 6000 homes in the suburbsA medical study found that eating dark chocolate in moderation lowers the risk of heart diseaseThe government announced plans to build a new airport terminal to handle increased passenger traffic

An electronics company recalled a batch of wireless earbuds due to a potential overheating issueStudents organized a fundraiser that raised $18000 for a local children’s hospital

A professional tennis player won a major tournament for the third time in their career

Scientists created a new type of battery that can store 40% more energy than current modelsA popular singer announced a world tour starting in June

A new bridge over the river will reduce traffic congestionScientists observed unusual activity on a distant planet

Schools introduced new courses to teach digital skillsA large supermarket chain announced plans to reduce plastic waste

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• ·Scientists discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using a special type of foam
• ·Scientists found an effective way to clean up oil spills in the ocean
• ·Biologists develop new pesticide that targets pests without harming bees
• ·An energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 60000 homes
• ·A study found that eating a handful of nuts daily may reduce the risk of heart disease by 20%
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based milk alternatives like oat and almond milk
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made salad kits with locally grown greens and vegetables
• ·The government announced plans to invest in renewable energy projects across the country
• ·A research study revealed that listening to music while studying improves retention for some students
• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 15 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2035 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·A new report showed that global tourism numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels this year
• ·A leading car manufacturer announced it would phase out gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035 focusing on electric cars
• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainment