Experts warned that excessive use of plastic products will cause more serious environmental pollution

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new teamA new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations

Marine researchers discovered a group of rare sea turtles nesting in a protected coastal areaThe government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards

A major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artistsResearch shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exercise

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• ·The government released a report showing improved air quality in urban areas
• ·A tech startup raised $140 million to develop artificial intelligence tools for the healthcare industry
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·Research finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults
• ·Farmers are switching to organic farming methods to meet consumer demand
• ·A new study showed that students who get 8 hours of sleep a night get better grades
• ·Coffee shop donates portion of sales to local animal shelter
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on Instagram
• ·The national volleyball team qualified for the Olympic Games
• ·A new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by Indigenous artists
• ·A farm started a petting zoo to attract families and teach children about farm animals
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help people with reading difficulties
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation
• ·A popular streaming service added a new category for foreign-language films
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health