Farmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary studentsScientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate

The city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesA popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its libraryResearchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adults

The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sitesA tech startup created a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollutants

Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces the risk of complications

The local museum held a special event for kids featuring hands-on science experimentsPet hospital offers wellness plans for pets at affordable prices

City hosts parade with floats from local businesses and schoolsOnline retailer offers free returns on all purchases

Physicists study black holes to understand universe formationSoftball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games

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• ·A research team studied the effects of social media on teenage mental health
• ·The Amazon rainforest lost 13,000 square kilometers of trees last year due to logging and wildfires
• ·The government announced tax credits for homeowners who install energy-efficient windows
• ·A breakthrough in battery technology was announced, with a new design that can charge electric vehicles in just 15 minutes.
• ·The city banned single-use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·A tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors heart rate variability
• ·A soccer team advanced to the knockout stage of the international tournament after winning two of their three group matches
• ·The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for global cooperation to end poverty by 2030
• ·A sports league added a new team from a small city
• ·The national rugby team announced a new captain
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children
• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October
• ·Soccer team wins state championship and advances to national tournament
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators