A community garden donated 75 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchen

The United Nations released a report urging countries to increase funding for global education programsA popular sandwich chain announced plans to open 28 new locations in southern states next year

Researchers found that daily consumption of Greek yogurt can improve gut health in adultsThe national rugby team won the regional championship after a last-minute try in the final matchA new study showed that 65% of parents prefer in-person school events over virtual gatherings

The federal reserve indicated it may lower interest rates slightly to stimulate economic growthA historic bookstore in the downtown area was renovated to preserve its 19th-century architecture

Major electronics retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policy to 60 days

Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new immunotherapy drugA new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13% over the past five years thanks to conservation

Local firefighters responded to a chemical spill at a factory evacuating nearby residents as a precautionDoctors performed the first successful face transplant in the country giving a patient a new identity after an accident

A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 22 countries within 24 hoursThe government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year

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• ·Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression
• ·A fast-food chain added vegan menu items including burgers and fries to all locations
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits and activities
• ·The postal service introduced a same-day delivery service for packages in major cities
• ·The city council voted to add more public trash cans and recycling bins in parks
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads and isolated small communities in mountainous areas
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·Marine biologists plant new coral to restore damaged reefs
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in number theory
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued 15 injured birds after a severe storm passed through the area
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic movie with live music
• ·A major music festival revealed its lineup including award-winning artists from around the world
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a university to fund research on renewable energy
• ·A taxi company added 50 electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce carbon emissions