Scientists developed a safe and efficient way to recycle old batteries

Students organized a fundraiser that raised $15000 for a local animal shelterA professional tennis player won a major tournament for the first time in their career

Scientists created a new type of battery that can store 50% more energy than current modelsThe police department launched a new app that lets residents report traffic violations with photosA social media platform added a feature to let users hide posts containing certain keywords

An energy company announced it would invest $3 billion in solar power projects over the next decadeA drought in the west led to a ban on outdoor watering for residential and commercial properties

A study found that children who play video games with their parents have stronger family bonds

The government increased funding for public transportation to add more buses during rush hourBook club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion

Engineers design energy efficient heating systems for office buildingsGolf tournament raises $15000 for youth sports programs in local schools

Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adultsTea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens

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• ·A study found fiction reading improves empathy and emotional intelligence in all ages
• ·A restaurant chain announced it would add 15 new plant-based menu items to its locations nationwide
• ·Plant store offers tips for caring for succulents and cacti
• ·A software company offered free online training courses to help small business owners learn to use its products
• ·A tech startup raised $35 million to develop a new type of hydrogen fuel cell
• ·A tech company donated 300 old laptops to a school for low-income students
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its food
• ·The national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen every day to protect their skin from UV rays
• ·A national park started a program to protect endangered sea turtles nesting on its beaches
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new movie about environmental conservation set to film next year
• ·A bakery introduced a seasonal pumpkin bread that sold out every weekend in October
• ·Doctors used stem cell therapy to treat a patient with a severe spinal cord injury
• ·A city planted 1,000 new trees along major streets to improve air quality and provide shade
• ·A charity organization distributed hot soup and blankets to homeless people during a cold snap