Researchers created a rapid test for a common respiratory virus that gives results in 10 minutes

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materials
• ·A new species of plant was discovered in a tropical rainforest
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 30% over the past two years
• ·Local governments were granted more autonomy to make decisions on public transportation and environmental policies
• ·A famous actor starred in a new movie that premiered at an international festival
• ·Archaeologists found an ancient temple in a remote area dating back more than 2500 years
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $120 million
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.5 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 45% by 2030
• ·A research team developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness with 95% effectiveness
• ·Marine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 8% per year
• ·Local schools updated their curriculum to include more practical skills
• ·The national rugby team hired a new coach with experience winning international titles
• ·A government program helped first time homebuyers with down payment assistance
• ·Study shows that spending time gardening reduces stress hormones in adults
• ·A community center opened offering free after-school programs for children from low-income households
• ·Engineers built a flying car prototype that completed its first test flight