The government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores and sell products online

The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishmentsAn oil company announced it will build a new carbon capture facility at its refinery

A small plane crashed in a field near an airport with the pilot and passengers rescued safelyA study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of developing certain cancersThe postal service introduced a new express delivery option for packages that arrive within 24 hours

Volunteers helped repair homes for low-income families as part of a community service projectA singer released a new single that became a top hit on music charts worldwide

Local schools installed new security systems including cameras and access control doors

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingA major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel

A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literatureLocal police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends

Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flightA new survey found that 83% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary

(责任编辑：宁波市)

• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships
• ·A coffee shop started selling matcha lattes with oat milk as a dairy-free option
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection for the holiday season
• ·A musician’s new album topped the charts in 12 countries within its first week of release
• ·A new survey found that 71% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Firefighters rescue family from house fire caused by faulty space heater
• ·A large energy company invested $3 billion in solar power projects across the country
• ·A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches
• ·A professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometown
• ·The city introduced a new program to help homeless individuals find permanent housing
• ·The city installed a new traffic light system to reduce congestion during rush hour
• ·A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rink
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to adopt a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·The school district announced it will provide free laptops to all students in grades 6-12
• ·Book publisher launches new children’s book series about animal conservation