The city started a program to fine people who litter in public spaces to keep the city clean

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur leather and other animal productsA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medicationA community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery lifeHot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks

A study found that playing video games can improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time

The government built new schools in growing suburbs to reduce overcrowding in existing schoolsResearch finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids

Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and suppliesMarine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans

School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sportsChemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and pets

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• ·A major hotel chain announced it will eliminate single-use toiletries in its rooms, replacing them with refillable containers to reduce waste.
• ·A research study found that listening to music while working can improve productivity
• ·Survey shows majority of employees want more flexible work hours post pandemic
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two years
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years
• ·A fashion designer used recycled materials to create a new collection shown at a major fashion week
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of bacteria can help plants grow better in poor soil conditions
• ·The city announced plans to repair 20 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods
• ·The stock market rose 1.8% after a major pharmaceutical company announced a new drug
• ·The national postal service announced it will increase delivery speeds, with most packages now arriving within 2 days.
• ·The WHO released new guidelines for healthy eating to prevent obesity
• ·A bakery used local ingredients to make its bread and pastries
• ·The city announced plans to repave 60 miles of roads and fix potholes
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging bridges in urban and rural areas
• ·A tech company donated 500 laptops to schools in rural areas with limited technology access