A coffee shop partnered with a local charity to donate a portion of its sales to support homeless youth

Researchers found that drinking water regularly boosts energy levelsLocal businesses supported a campaign to promote tourism in the area

The national rugby team won the regional championshipA tech company released a new app to help people manage their financesThe government announced tax cuts for low-income families

A new zoo exhibit featuring endangered species opened todayStudents won an international award for their science project

A popular coffee chain introduced new vegan menu options

The city’s public transport system added more buses to reduce overcrowdingA community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tablets

A tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five yearsHeavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses

A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

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• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoods
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new hospital
• ·The postal service introduced a new tracking app that lets users see where their packages are in real time
• ·A charity walk raised funds for medical research into childhood diseases
• ·Parliament debated a bill to expand voting rights to citizens living abroad for national elections
• ·A high school football coach was named Coach of the Year after leading the team to an undefeated season
• ·A charity collected 1,500 winter coats to distribute to children in need
• ·The United Nations released a report on climate change impacts on coastal communities
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highways
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its innovative farm-to-table menu
• ·A pet rescue organization started a pet food bank for low-income pet owners
• ·A research study revealed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e books for some people
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that lasts twice as long as traditional batteries
• ·A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted price
• ·Book publisher launches new series about adventure and exploration