An oil company announced it would cut its carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade

A city council voted to build 200 new affordable housing units in the downtown areaScientists developed a new rapid test for a viral infection that gives results in 15 minutes

A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $50A cyclone caused widespread damage to homes and businesses in a coastal villageA study revealed that students who participate in sports teams have better time-management skills

The government passed new regulations to prevent false advertising of health productsA museum hosted a special exhibition to honor the life and work of a famous scientist

A coffee shop began using reusable cups for customers who bring their own containers

A space agency successfully landed a rover on a distant planet to collect soil samplesA charity provided medical supplies to hospitals in poor areas

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this month

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• ·A new movie starring a popular actor earned $45 million on its opening weekend
• ·A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting from next year.
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourism
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find local events and activities
• ·The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·The postal service introduced a new package pickup service for customers at home
• ·A new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city
• ·The government increased funding for mental health services to provide more support for those in need
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteria
• ·A severe earthquake struck a coastal town causing significant damage to buildings and leading to several injuries
• ·A farm started selling fresh produce directly to consumers through a online ordering system
• ·A farm began selling grass-fed beef at a local butcher shop
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters stranded in stormy waters
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with 3D-printed sugar flowers
• ·A drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement