A community group organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 300 bags of trash from local streets

A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and moodA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classesA startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairs

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisoriesResearchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three months

The government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearA tech company announced it will open a new research lab focused on climate change solutions

A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six monthsA local school district introduced new mental health support programs for students and teachers

A study found spending time with grandchildren reduces depression risk in elderly adultsThe government launched a new campaign to promote recycling and reduce household waste

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• ·A tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries
• ·A wildfire was contained after firefighters worked for a week to control the blaze
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of landscape photos taken in national parks across the country
• ·A tennis player won their 20th Grand Slam title breaking a long-standing record
• ·A museum opened a space exploration exhibit
• ·A study found that reading fiction can enhance empathy and emotional intelligence
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free returns on all online purchases for 60 days
• ·A city repaired 10 miles of sidewalks to make downtown more accessible for strollers and wheelchairs
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to reduce single use plastics in all its locations
• ·A tech company partnered with a school district to provide free laptops to low-income students
• ·A school started a robotics club
• ·A major food company recalled a batch of products due to quality problems
• ·A new study showed that exercise can improve self-esteem and confidence in teenagers
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·Researchers published a study showing that dark chocolate may improve heart health
• ·A sports team hosted a fan appreciation day