A coffee shop started offering "bring your own mug" discounts to reduce disposable waste

The city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterwaysA new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe government passed a law to ban the use of harmful pesticides in protected wildlife areasA tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household items

Researchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutesThe local theater group announced plans to perform a classic play in parks across the city

A prolonged drought forced farmers to switch to drought-resistant crops to save their harvests

Scientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s diseaseA startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produce

A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight daysResearchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing

The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

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• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of homes in the suburbs
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·The local theater held a charity performance to raise money for the poor
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years
• ·Local businesses participated in a “shop local” campaign to boost the regional economy
• ·A software company updated its program to work with the latest operating systems
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for science programs in schools
• ·A tech company launched a new smartwatch with health monitoring features
• ·Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve care
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans
• ·A construction company finished building a new shopping center that includes 20 retail stores
• ·The city council announced plans to improve public parks
• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly can improve brain function in young children
• ·Research indicates that sunlight helps body produce essential vitamin D