A coffee shop began using compostable cups and utensils to reduce waste

The government provided grants to farmers who adopt organic farming practicesA new zoo opened a conservation center for endangered big cats

Researchers studied the impact of urbanization on local bird populationsLocal police solved a decades-old cold case using advanced DNA technologyA popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with local ingredients

The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a suburban neighborhoodScientists discovered a new plant species with potential medicinal properties

A music band announced a reunion tour after a 10-year hiatus

The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this quarterAn airline announced it will add three new international routes next summer

A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling young adult authorA farm started selling fresh herbs and spices at a local farmers market

A museum opened a new exhibit about space exploration featuring real astronaut gearA gym offered free fitness classes for first responders during the month of September

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• ·Local schools organized a cultural exchange program with schools abroad
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote recycling among businesses and schools
• ·A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature
• ·A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 24 countries within 24 hours
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular skin checks to detect skin cancer early
• ·Local government plants 1000 trees to improve air quality in urban neighborhoods
• ·The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow online
• ·Renewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active
• ·The national space agency announced plans to send a new mission to explore Mars
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health, reducing pesticide use by 20%
• ·A hotel started offering work from hotel packages with dedicated desks and high-speed internet
• ·Local police arrested a suspect in a major theft case
• ·A school started a debate club that competes against other schools in regional tournaments
• ·A startup created a new smart fridge that tracks food expiration dates and suggests recipes
• ·A golfer won a major tournament with a hole-in-one on the final hole