Police department launches campaign against distracted driving

A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employmentAn airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniorsThe government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 supportA bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600

Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quicklyThe transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year

A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicStudy finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent

Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this monthCoffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste

Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

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• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels, reducing landfill waste by 90%.
• ·A major fashion brand said it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines next year
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 150 units
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students
• ·The national currency strengthened against the dollar by 1.5% following positive trade balance data
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups
• ·A farmers market hosted a holiday market
• ·A government agency updated its regulations to protect the environment
• ·A historic library in the downtown area was renovated to preserve ancient manuscripts and books
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·A tech company launched a new virtual reality game set in a fantasy world
• ·A study found that urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 25% in city centers
• ·A new movie broke box office records earning $100 million in its first weekend of release
• ·High school students created an app that helps seniors access local healthcare services
• ·A local bookstore hosted a book signing event for a celebrity author