The central bank announced it would inject $5 billion into the economy to support small businesses

Local schools switched to compostable lunch trays to reduce waste in school cafeteriasThe national basketball league announced it will expand to include two new teams next season

A tech company released a new software tool that helps small businesses manage online orders more efficientlyThe government provided grants to farmers who adopt sustainable farming practices to protect soil healthA new zoo exhibit opened featuring rare primate species from the rainforests of Africa

Researchers studied the impact of urban light pollution on the mating habits of firefliesLocal police solved a series of burglaries in the suburbs using surveillance camera footage

A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal beverage made with locally sourced honey

The city council approved plans to build a new community pool in a suburban neighborhoodScientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste

The school board approved the construction of a new elementary schoolResearchers found that interacting with pets can lower blood pressure

The government started a program to help small businesses use digital technologyA tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal finances

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• ·Scientists reported that the global average temperature has risen by 1.2°C since the pre-industrial era
• ·A study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged students
• ·The central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth
• ·A flood in the eastern region damaged 500 homes and disrupted transportation networks for a week
• ·The mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four years
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce sugar intake
• ·A small business owner expanded their online store to include custom products
• ·A school district updated its technology policy to allow students to use their own devices in class
• ·Researchers discovered that exercise can help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
• ·A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidays
• ·Scientists developed a safe method to recycle electronic waste
• ·A flood in a river valley damaged 50 homes and a local elementary school
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bicycles available at 30 different stations
• ·A taxi company offered senior discounts for riders over 65 years old
• ·Volunteers cleaned up over 1500 pounds of trash from a local river during a weekend cleanup event
• ·The government released a white paper outlining its long-term strategy for digital governance and data privacy