A school added a new course on coding to prepare students for careers in technology

A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwideA team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient rock paintings in a remote mountain area

A new mobile payment app gained 1 million users within its first month of launchLocal farmers started using drone technology to monitor crop health and optimize irrigationA famous director announced a new film project based on a true historical event

A tech startup raised $50 million to develop renewable energy storage solutionsA global food safety organization issued guidelines to reduce food waste in restaurants and homes

A local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families

A study found learning a second language improves children’s problem-solving skillsThe city implemented a new parking system to make finding parking easier downtown

A major food company announced plans to reduce the amount of sugar in its productsScientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste products

The school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhoodResearchers found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure

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• ·Coffee shop sources coffee beans directly from small farms in Central America
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·A musician went on a tour of small towns to support local music venues
• ·The stock market experienced a slight increase following positive economic reports
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·City officials announced plans to build a new park in the downtown area, featuring walking trails and a community garden.
• ·Astronomers discover new exoplanet in habitable zone of distant star
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and modern agricultural techniques
• ·Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases
• ·Police department launches campaign against distracted driving
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new movie about environmental conservation set to film next year
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 18% in some people
• ·A museum displayed a collection of ancient artifacts from a recent archaeological dig
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for early bookings
• ·Electronics brand launches wireless earbuds with noise-canceling technology
• ·A taxi company added 10 wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet