A luxury hotel chain announced it will eliminate single-use plastic toiletries in all rooms

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobsLocal authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%

Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%

The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksArt gallery showcases works by emerging local artists

Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strainsElectronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers

Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wildLifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste

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• ·The city council approved plans to build a new community pool in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Local schools implemented new safety measures to protect students and staff
• ·A famous writer gave a lecture at the local library about her creative process
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrate
• ·A local artist created portraits of community leaders to display in city hall
• ·City council votes to ban single-use styrofoam products in restaurants
• ·The government offered grants to small businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housing
• ·City announces plan to add 20 miles of new bike trails by next summer
• ·A global food safety organization issued guidelines to reduce food waste in restaurants and homes
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to popular vacation spots in Europe
• ·Scientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·The national economy grew by 3.7% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·A tech company released a new software tool that helps small businesses manage online orders more efficiently
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to design a limited edition collection