A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices.

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat lossA restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the year

Volunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effortThe central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth

A renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA global climate change summit ended with 120 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030

A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year no matter their family incomeA new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production

A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became a bestseller on international book listsA strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured

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• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening can reduce stress and anxiety
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh herbs to a local soup kitchen to support their meal programs
• ·A school started a debate club that competes against other schools in regional tournaments
• ·Engineers designed a new type of building material that is stronger and more energy-efficient
• ·Freelance website adds new category for graphic design services
• ·A coffee shop hosted a charity fundraiser where $1 from each drink sold went to a local school
• ·A historic peace agreement was signed between two neighboring countries after three years of diplomatic negotiations.
• ·Hardware store expands inventory to include more sustainable building materials
• ·Chemists create new cleaning product that is safe for the environment
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare surgery to treat a patient with a heart condition
• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·A leading financial institution predicted that the country’s GDP will grow by 2.8% next year up from 2.1% this year
• ·A museum displayed a collection of vintage cameras and photography equipment
• ·A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur, leather, and other animal products
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year, regardless of family income.
• ·A new fitness app helped users create personalized workout plans