The government launched a campaign to promote recycling among businesses and schools

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy maskA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

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• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in coastal towns
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep sea fish living near hydrothermal vents
• ·A new design competition was held to find innovative ideas for urban spaces
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in urban neighborhoods
• ·The government passed a law to ban the use of harmful pesticides in protected wildlife areas
• ·A historical museum opened an exhibit about the first women to work in space
• ·Movie theater shows family friendly classic films during summer break
• ·Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation center
• ·Engineers designed a new type of insulation that reduces home energy use by 40%
• ·Study finds that listening to nature sounds reduces stress during work meetings
• ·The school district announced a new program to teach students about financial literacy
• ·Apple announced the launch of its latest smartphone model featuring a more powerful processor and longer battery life
• ·A local newspaper printed a special edition celebrating the city’s 150th anniversary
• ·A fashion designer created a new clothing line that uses only organic cotton and natural dyes
• ·A sports team hosted a fan appreciation day
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools