A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices.

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat lossA restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the year

Volunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effortThe central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth

A renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA global climate change summit ended with 120 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030

A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year no matter their family incomeA new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production

A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became a bestseller on international book listsA strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured

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• ·TV network announces new reality show about farm life
• ·Golf tournament raises money for local youth mentorship program
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users track their carbon footprint and reduce waste
• ·A new survey found 65% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 19% in some people
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools highways and disrupting transit
• ·A library added a collection of audiobooks in multiple languages to support non-native speakers
• ·Travel magazine lists top hidden travel destinations for budget travelers
• ·A high school robotics team won first place in a regional competition
• ·A study found that spending time outdoors every day improves mood and overall mental health
• ·Researchers found that daily consumption of Greek yogurt can improve gut health in adults
• ·A community center offered free job training workshops for unemployed residents
• ·A hotel started offering free breakfast to guests which increased customer satisfaction scores
• ·A taxi company partnered with a food delivery service to offer rides alongside meal drop-offs
• ·A clothing brand announced it will recycle old jeans into new products
• ·A team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings in