A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved camera

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on environmental themesA fast-food chain added plant-based fish sandwiches to all its locations nationwide

Researchers found that taking short walks every hour can reduce back pain by 32% in office workersThe mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four yearsA hotel chain started using eco-friendly cleaning products in all its properties

A study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-ownersThe government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to animal shelters

A wildfire in a forest preserve burned 6000 acres with no threat to nearby homes

A new social media platform launched that focuses on sharing educational contentFashion 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 severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·The stock market dropped 0.7% after news of a slowdown in the global economy
• ·Astronomers share new images of Jupiter’s moons captured by space telescope
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphones
• ·A study showed that drinking one cup of black tea daily can improve blood circulation
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights
• ·A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home permanently, even after the end of pandemic restrictions.
• ·A famous writer gave a lecture at the local library about her creative process
• ·A toy store introduced a line of educational toys that teach children about science and math
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local bakery to sell fresh pastries in its stores
• ·The fire department held a free smoke detector installation event for low-income families
• ·Researchers found that eating a balanced breakfast helps students stay focused during class
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·Researchers found that eating garlic regularly can lower blood pressure in people with hypertension
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for patrons who can’t visit in person