A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer and more durable than current modelsA pet store started offering "exotic pet supplies" for owners of reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a "vegan menu" with 10 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new physical education teacher to expand the PE programA tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games

A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local senior centerA bakery introduced a "low-sugar cookie" that was popular with health-conscious customers

A coffee shop hosted a "coffee tasting event" where customers sampled 5 different types of coffee

A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in the field of environmental scienceWeather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides

A team of engineers completed a project to upgrade the city’s wastewater treatment systemThe country’s inflation rate remained stable thanks to government economic policies

A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find stable housing and jobsScientists observed that a popular bird species is changing its migration route due to climate change

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• ·A severe storm caused power outages in several neighborhoods across the state
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology, in a deal worth $500 million.
• ·Firefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours
• ·The government announced a new policy to reduce carbon emissions by 30% over the next decade
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck with dishes from 28 different cultures
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans to support the community
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for migraines that reduces the frequency of attacks
• ·A hotel renovated its rooms to include more energy-efficient appliances and lighting
• ·Library offers digital books and audiobooks for free download
• ·Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on work performance
• ·City announces plan to add 20 miles of new bike trails by next summer
• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines