The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home

Doctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after a severe accidentA popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 25 countries within 24 hours

The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next yearA local school won a national award for its innovative environmental education programA tech startup announced a new smartwatch with advanced health monitoring features including blood sugar tracking

A global trade agreement was signed by 20 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperationA severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community leading to millions in losses

A new survey found that 70% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs

A major bookstore chain announced it will open 15 new locations focusing on community events and local authorsThe city council announced plans to add more bike lanes in the city

A major airline added new entertainment options on its flightsScientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft

The school district added a financial literacy course to the curriculumResearchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation has health benefits

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• ·Engineers develop portable water purification system for disaster relief
• ·A bakery began offering gluten free and vegan options for its popular pastries
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years
• ·Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia
• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens can increase iron levels in anemic patients
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol busy shopping areas during weekends
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·The country’s trade deficit narrowed by 8% in the third quarter due to increased export sales
• ·A famous singer announced a North American tour with 25 shows scheduled next summer
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users manage their finances
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of 100 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A school started a robotics club where students build and program robots
• ·A sports equipment store sold eco-friendly gear
• ·An airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest