Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new teamA new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations

Marine researchers discovered a group of rare sea turtles nesting in a protected coastal areaThe government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards

A major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsResearch shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

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• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality
• ·Power company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of insect in a rainforest that has unique camouflage abilities
• ·The government announced a ban on single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Bus company updates fleet with more fuel-efficient vehicles
• ·A major airline announced it would add three new international routes to popular vacation destinations
• ·A finance app reached 5 million downloads
• ·Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurity
• ·A construction company used sustainable building materials for a new office complex
• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free and vegan options for all of its popular pastries
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·Ambulance service expands to cover rural areas with new satellite stations
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop
• ·A farm started offering pick-your-own apple days in the fall that drew families from nearby cities
• ·Volunteers organized a beach cleanup collecting 3 tons of plastic waste
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in the basements of 80 homes in a suburban neighborhood