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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• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destruction
• ·The city hosted a music festival with local bands and food trucks in the central park
• ·A music festival announced it will ban single-use plastics from all its events
• ·The government released a report showing improved air quality in urban areas
• ·The police department launched a new campaign to raise awareness about road safety for cyclists
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service, competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content.
• ·A team of archaeologists found ancient coins and tools at a construction site in the city center
• ·Pharmacy extends hours during flu season to serve more patients
• ·Local businesses partnered to host a street festival celebrating local culture
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $9 billion in wind and solar energy over 10 years
• ·A new design competition was held to find innovative ideas for urban spaces
• ·City council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling
• ·A museum organized a night event with music and art installations to attract younger visitors
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 27% over the past two years