The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·A gym started a program to help people recover from injuries through exercise
• ·A charity organized a food drive to collect donations for homeless shelters
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A tech startup raised $5 million in funding to expand its team and develop new features
• ·A national forest announced it will hire 20 new firefighters for the upcoming wildfire season
• ·A major airline said it will add 20 new international routes next year to meet growing travel demand
• ·A construction company renovated an old theater
• ·A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to make its products
• ·A tech startup raised $240 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.4 billion
• ·A university research team studied the impact of climate change on coastal communities
• ·A tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries
• ·Research shows that volunteering improves mental health and happiness
• ·A new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city
• ·Police arrested four suspects linked to a series of thefts in the city’s business district
• ·A national park started a volunteer program to clean up litter from its beaches and trails
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutes