A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills fasterThe government invested $300 million in building new solar energy farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at homeA community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areasA study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain

The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groupsA new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel

A severe thunderstorm hit the city damaging trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

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• ·A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours
• ·A charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.9 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 49% by 2030
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect workers’ rights
• ·Researchers discovered that a certain type of seaweed can be used to make biodegradable packaging
• ·A powerful storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power cuts and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·Study shows that gardening reduces symptoms of depression in older adults
• ·A heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to over 100 degrees for five consecutive days
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of 100 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 50 families
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour to promote their new album, with shows scheduled in 30 countries next year.
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a fast-growing city in the south
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a stone temple in a jungle region dating back 2500 years