The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stallsA study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers

The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemicA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run

Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentThe local museum added new hands-on exhibits for children to learn about science

A new study showed that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than indoor workoutsThe city council approved plans to renovate the old downtown theater into a multi-purpose venue

A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdaysScientists developed a new battery that uses organic materials instead of toxic chemicals

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• ·A famous singer released a new song that became a hit within hours of its release
• ·A cyclist won the national championship after a 200-mile race through mountainous terrain
• ·A city installed more public charging stations for electric vehicles in shopping center parking lots
• ·A major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for children under 12
• ·A team of doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant surgery on a 5-year-old child, giving them a new chance at life.
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of plant can be used to treat headaches and migraines
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 12 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support life
• ·A community organized a food drive to collect donations for low-income families during the holiday season
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in the upcoming international tournament
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable photo sessions for 30 families
• ·A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two days
• ·Scientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel