The government launched a program to help farmers adopt more sustainable practices

Furniture store sells eco-friendly sofas made from recycled materialsLibrary offers free access to online language learning tools

Skateboard competition awards $10,000 prize to professional riderResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativityJuice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juices

Animal shelter partners with pet store to offer discounted adoption feesNewspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area

Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospitalAn airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi to provide faster internet access

Local police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security and crime preventionInternational medical team develops new treatment for drug resistant tuberculosis

Local elementary school installs solar panels to reduce energy costsTech company releases smart home device that monitors and adjusts indoor air quality

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• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of insect that aids in pollinating rare wildflowers
• ·A school district hired a new PE teacher to add yoga and kickboxing classes
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt sustainable farming practices to protect soil health
• ·A hospital performed the first successful liver transplant using a organ from a living donor
• ·A national forest announced it will allow camping in more areas next year
• ·A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035.
• ·Newspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stations
• ·Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps trauma patients recover faster
• ·A fashion store started offering online shopping with free shipping for orders over $75
• ·Chemists create all natural cleaning products safe for use around pets
• ·The United Nations released a report warning that global temperatures could rise by 2.7°C by 2100 if current emission trends continue.
• ·A tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgets
• ·A new report showed that global tourism numbers have returned to pre-pandemic levels this year
• ·Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year