Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores, starting from next month.

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns

The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes

Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergiesThe government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poetsA local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

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• ·A new study showed that meeting friends regularly reduces stress and improves mental health
• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes cooler in summer and warmer in winter
• ·Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during peak shopping hours
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technology
• ·A multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·A flood in a river valley damaged 70 homes and a local community center
• ·Local restaurants started offering meal delivery services using electric bikes to reduce emissions
• ·The government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure
• ·A new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors
• ·Scientists identified a new gene linked to increased resistance to common respiratory illnesses
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·A museum offered free admission to students and teachers during the school year
• ·A new mobile payment app gained 1 million users within its first month of launch
• ·The government announced plans to repair old bridges and highways across the state
• ·City council votes to increase funding for public transportation