Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores, starting from next month.

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns

The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes

Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergiesThe government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poetsA local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

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• ·The government announced plans to build more bike
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users track their daily exercise and calorie intake
• ·Hardware store expands inventory of eco friendly building materials and tools
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet, cutting fuel costs by 40%
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on 100 year history of the city
• ·A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime
• ·A new study revealed that adequate sleep improves students' academic performance
• ·A study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 33% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·A local fire department rescued three people from a burning building early this morning, with no serious injuries reported.
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to popular vacation spots in the Caribbean
• ·The WHO released guidelines for workplaces to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·A government program helped small businesses expand
• ·Scientists developed a new treatment for eczema that reduces symptoms in 90% of patients
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students who need extra help
• ·A farm started selling its produce to a local grocery store chain
• ·A research study found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of certain types of cancer.