Chemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours

The government introduced a new tax incentive for companies that invest in renewable energy projectsConsumer confidence index rose by 5 points in October indicating improved optimism about the economic outlook

A major airline filed for bankruptcy protection after struggling with high fuel costs and low passenger numbersThe country’s trade surplus reached $12 billion in September driven by strong exports of agricultural productsReal estate prices in major cities increased by 7% this year raising concerns about a potential housing bubble

The central bank announced it would ease monetary policy to support lending to small and medium-sized enterprisesA global shipping crisis caused delays in supply chains leading to shortages of consumer goods in some regions

The government agreed to a $3 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund to stabilize its currency

Online sales accounted for 35% of total retail transactions in the third quarter up from 28% last yearA fire department received a donation of new equipment from a local business

A software company released a free version of its app to attract more usersA community organized a concert in the park to raise money for a new community center

A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives to meet the growing demandA school started a recycling competition between classes to encourage more recycling

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• ·A new report showed that renewable energy sources now account for 30% of the country’s total energy production.
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Researchers found that daily consumption of berries can reduce the risk of age-related vision loss
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 110 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
• ·Park officials close trails to protect nesting birds
• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students and workers who need transportation after dark
• ·Researchers found that listening to music while studying can improve memory retention
• ·A sports team announced a new mascot designed by a local artist
• ·The government announced a new initiative to provide free internet access to all rural schools
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A city added 50 new public benches in downtown parks and along busy sidewalks
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks
• ·A local bookstore hosted a children’s storytime event that drew over 80 kids and their parents
• ·A local café started offering live music on weekend evenings
• ·A bakery switched to compostable packaging for all its products to reduce waste