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

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patterns

The railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendAn airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes

Scientists found that a certain plant can be used to treat allergiesThe government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry night with local poetsA local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs

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• ·The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security
• ·Physicists study black holes to learn about the origins of the universe
• ·Mudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists
• ·A strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured
• ·A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes
• ·Electronics brand launches wireless earbuds with noise-canceling technology
• ·The city council banned the use of single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·A company launched a new drone that can plant 10,000 trees per day aiming to combat deforestation
• ·A popular actor donated a large sum to a children’s charity
• ·Chocolate shop creates artisanal truffles with flavors like matcha and sea salt
• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month-long exhibition
• ·The national soccer team won an important match to qualify for the next tournament
• ·A community organized a senior tea party that brought together 60 elderly residents for conversation and snacks
• ·A streaming service added a new category of classic movies to its library for film enthusiasts