A city council voted to increase funding for public art projects

Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposureThe government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home

A museum hosted a workshop on historical crafts allowing visitors to learn traditional skillsA local bakery won a national award for its signature pastry at a food industry eventEngineers completed a new bridge connecting two cities that had been separated by a river

The postal service announced it would hire additional staff to handle the holiday mail rushA celebrity chef opened a cooking school to teach people how to prepare healthy meals

Researchers found that using reusable bags instead of plastic bags can reduce plastic pollution by 80%

A city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the urban environmentThe government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic

A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring recipes from their restaurant which quickly sold out its first print run

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• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help animals find permanent homes
• ·Researchers found that certain herbs can help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes
• ·A library added a quiet study room for students preparing for exams
• ·A new report showed that the number of college graduates entering the tech industry has increased by 20% in the past year
• ·The national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity
• ·A software company launched a fitness app that tracks workouts and meal plans
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more gluten-free options
• ·A music concert featuring international artists was held in the stadium
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil pipeline project in the northern wilderness
• ·Ambulance service expands coverage to rural communities with new stations
• ·A fitness app added new features, including personalized workout plans and nutrition tracking
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• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef are showing signs of recovery
• ·A film festival awarded its top prize to an independent director
• ·Researchers found that eating breakfast regularly improves academic performance in students
• ·Sheriff’s department increases patrols in residential neighborhoods