The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses

Art museum hosts exhibit of modern artworks from emerging artists worldwideHospital expands telemedicine services to reach patients in rural communities

Football league announces expansion with two new teams starting next seasonWeather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekendUniversity researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics

Retailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout linesSurvey finds that 60 percent of parents prioritize outdoor play for young children

Bakery gains popularity for unique sourdough bread made with local grains

Scientists discover ancient underwater volcano that was active 10000 years agoA new species of endangered sea turtle was discovered in the Pacific Ocean highlighting the need for conservation

A city implemented a congestion charge to reduce car use and lower air pollution levelsA study showed that air pollution causes 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year

A group of countries signed an agreement to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030A company developed a new type of electric vehicle battery made from recycled materials reducing environmental impact

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• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens
• ·A fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing
• ·Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areas
• ·Local residents protested a proposed construction project they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·A research team found that a certain type of tea may help lower cholesterol levels
• ·The national postal service said it will speed up deliveries with most packages arriving within 2 days
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·A new survey found that 69% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·International organizations donated $20 million in aid to support communities affected by a recent hurricane
• ·Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parents
• ·Researchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil
• ·A community organized a 5K run to raise money for a local animal rescue shelter
• ·A study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 36% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·Local residents celebrated a new community center opening with a gym library and youth club
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·A tech company donated computers to a community center for public use