The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising

A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensilsRenewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year recordA team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materialsThe government launched a program to encourage households to install solar panels with tax rebates

A flood in the eastern region damaged 500 homes and disrupted transportation networks for a weekA survey found that 70% of citizens support investing more in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions

A company announced plans to make all its packaging 100% recyclable by 2025

Glaciers in the Arctic have lost 40% of their mass since 1980 according to a new studyA new fashion brand launched a collection inspired by traditional patterns

The local police department increased patrols in high - crime areasA tech company released a new laptop with improved performance

Farmers are experimenting with new crop varieties to withstand droughtThe national opera company went on a tour to other cities in the country

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• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship
• ·Bus company updates fleet with more fuel-efficient vehicles
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·The city introduced a new public transportation card for easier travel
• ·A famous actor announced they would star in a new sci-fi film set to release next summer
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for a rare genetic disorder affecting children
• ·The government started a program to help small businesses set up online stores
• ·The central bank announced it would keep interest rates stable to avoid disrupting economic growth
• ·A community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music
• ·Pet groomer uses hypoallergenic products for pets with sensitive skin
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·A sports team hired a new coach with experience winning national championships
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 2.8% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners
• ·A charity raised $1 million to build schools in Asia