The government announced tax incentives for businesses that invest in renewable energy

The city introduced a new recycling program to reduce wasteA major retailer announced discounts for the upcoming holiday season

The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last yearA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollutionLocal police solved a series of thefts in the downtown area

A new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprintThe government announced plans to improve road safety measures

A popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

Students attended a workshop on environmental conservationFashion designer showcases new collection inspired by traditional African textiles

Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percentFirefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month

Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic wasteOceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems

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• ·A best-selling author announced a book tour with 30 stops across North America
• ·A school district started a green club where students work on projects to reduce the school’s carbon footprint
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app
• ·Scientists developed a faster diagnostic test for a common childhood illness that delivers results in 15 minutes
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·Research finds that gardening improves mood in people with depression
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries, including muffins and scones, for health-conscious customers
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content
• ·An electronics company recalled a model of tablets due to a potential battery issue
• ·A group of scientists warned that rising sea levels could submerge coastal cities within the next 50 years if carbon emissions are not reduced.
• ·Medical researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against the flu
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of almonds daily can lower LDL cholesterol levels
• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by international tensions
• ·A bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish, French, and Mandarin