The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week

A 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 three monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal 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 contentA study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults

A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months

A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservationA government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems

A sports team won the national championship and held a victory parade through the cityA city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars

A tech company released a new app that helps users create and share budget plansA farm started selling homemade honey and beeswax products at local farmers markets

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• ·Biologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices
• ·Local schools started teaching coding as part of the curriculum
• ·Local police started a program to teach bicycle safety to elementary school students
• ·A new survey found that 65% of employees prefer hybrid work models combining remote and in-office work
• ·A tech company partnered with a hospital to develop AI software that detects cancer in X-rays
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of zucchini to a local soup kitchen
• ·A bank announced it will forgive up to $10000 in student loans for graduates in public service
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses create professional invoices
• ·A team of engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 50% more efficient than current models.
• ·A gym added a new indoor pool for swimming lessons and exercise
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in the western part of the country
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2034 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·The transportation department announced expanded bus services to connect rural areas to urban centers
• ·Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft