Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month

A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved cameraA farm started offering a weekly subscription service for fresh produce boxes

A museum displayed a collection of vintage cameras and photography equipmentA airline offered discounted fares for travelers who book flights two months in advanceA charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research

A university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineeringA bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel

A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park in a public park

A clothing brand collaborated with a popular social media influencer to design a limited edition lineLocal authorities opened a new shelter for homeless youth with 50 beds

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on environmental themesA fast-food chain added plant-based fish sandwiches to all its locations nationwide

Researchers found that taking short walks every hour can reduce back pain by 32% in office workersThe mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four years

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• ·A tech company released a new smartphone with a better camera
• ·A study found that playing video games can improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time
• ·The country’s trade deficit narrowed by 8% in the third quarter due to increased export sales
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A golfer won a tournament by three strokes after a strong final round
• ·Track and field athletes win 10 medals at regional championship meet
• ·A community center offered free fitness classes to help residents stay healthy
• ·Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with three planets
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in both direct and indirect sunlight
• ·Local farmers market introduces weekly workshops on organic gardening techniques
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional crafts for local residents
• ·The postal service announced it would hire more workers to handle holiday mail
• ·Car company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge
• ·A city installed new bike racks throughout downtown to encourage cycling