Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country

A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the finalA museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensResearchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50

The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesAn oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineries

A small plane made an emergency landing on a highway with no injuries reported

A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%A startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produce

A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight daysResearchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing

The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

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• ·Car manufacturers announced plans to standardize charging ports for all electric vehicles by 2027
• ·Florist creates custom wedding bouquets using locally grown flowers
• ·A tech company released a new operating system with improved security features
• ·An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to attend college or university
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood
• ·Scientists used stem cell technology to grow functional organ tissues in a laboratory setting
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 13 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·A city installed public Wi-Fi in parks
• ·A fashion brand launched a new line of activewear designed for plus-size women
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·Scientists developed a new way to grow crops in areas with limited water
• ·Police department launches app for citizens to report suspicious activity
• ·Local restaurants offered takeout and delivery services to support community members
• ·A severe heatwave swept the southern region prompting cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area