The city started a program to fine people who litter in public spaces to keep the city clean

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

A fashion brand announced it would stop using fur leather and other animal productsA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medicationA community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery lifeHot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parks

A study found that playing video games can improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time

The government built new schools in growing suburbs to reduce overcrowding in existing schoolsResearch finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids

Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and suppliesMarine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans

School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sportsChemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and pets

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• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes cooler in summer and warmer in winter
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21
• ·Researchers found that family game nights improve communication between parents and teens
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s winter will have above-average snowfall
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free croissants made with rice flour and tapioca starch
• ·Scientists found a way to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy
• ·A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can pick fresh herbs and vegetables for cooking classes
• ·Soccer team wins state championship and advances to national tournament
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stations
• ·A charity collected 2,000 winter coats to distribute to homeless individuals and low-income families
• ·A bakery won a national award for its innovative cake designs
• ·Coffee shop roasts beans in small batches
• ·A fashion store started offering alteration services to ensure proper fit
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in number theory
• ·The government started a campaign to encourage people to donate blood during a national shortage
• ·An international organization launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 500000 people in drought-stricken areas