A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection featuring sustainable materials

Researchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per yearA city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government officesA study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel stays

A museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitorsA local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area

Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city centerA wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeLocal farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits

The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve maternal healthA golfer won a tournament by two strokes after a final round of exceptional play

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• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks
• ·A tech company released a software update with new features for its users
• ·The government announced grants for small farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within 4.5 months
• ·A local farm offered u-pick strawberry days where families could harvest their own fruit
• ·Candle company donates portion of sales to environmental conservation groups
• ·An automaker released its first electric pickup truck with a towing capacity of 10000 pounds
• ·A city installed 25 new public Wi-Fi hotspots in community centers and senior centers
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app to help riders find accessible vehicles
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves communication skills in kids
• ·A severe heatwave swept the southern region prompting cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes
• ·A hotel started offering complimentary breakfast for all guests