A severe storm hit the east coast overnight, causing power outages for over 100,000 residents and closing several major highways.

A tech company allowed its employees to work from home three days a week which improved employee satisfactionA community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season

A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchasesA university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate changeA taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver

A study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry

A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 people

A farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture practicesA national park closed a section of a lake temporarily to stock it with fish

A clothing store started selling its products online through a new websiteA city launched a bike sharing program to reduce traffic congestion

A research team developed a new vaccine for a common animal diseaseA bookstore hosted a book fair featuring local authors

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• ·Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems early
• ·Teachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%
• ·International leaders signed a new agreement to reduce plastic waste in ocean ecosystems
• ·A high school hosted its first international cultural festival, featuring food and performances from 15 countries
• ·A gym offered family memberships at a 30% discount to encourage families to exercise together
• ·A software company released a new game app that was downloaded 500,000 times in a month
• ·Geologists study effects of climate change on mountain glaciers
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect endangered sea turtles from fishing nets
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·Research finds that outdoor play reduces myopia in children
• ·A new survey found that 74% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depression
• ·A fitness app that tracks water intake reached 1 million downloads
• ·A city council approved a plan to launch a bike sharing program with 500 bikes