A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025

A study found that volunteering 2 hours a week can improve overall happinessA small business owner started a blog about their industry, gaining 6,000 followers

A city launched a bike safety program for kids, giving away free helmets and lessonsA scientist discovered a way to convert plastic waste into clean fuelA pet store started offering supplies for exotic pets like reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a vegan menu with 12 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new PE teacher to add yoga and kickboxing classes

A tech company released a language-learning app that uses games to teach vocabulary

A community garden donated 220 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchenThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaksA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

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• ·Plant store offers tips for succulent care
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·Researchers calculated that using a reusable water bottle saves over 150 plastic bottles per year
• ·The university announced a new scholarship program for students studying environmental science
• ·Scientists discover well preserved dinosaur footprint in desert region dating back 120 million years
• ·A survey found that 70% of consumers plan to shop online during the upcoming holiday season
• ·The national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 2-1
• ·Art museum acquires rare collection of 1970s street art from international artists
• ·The city introduced a parking app for easy payment
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of plant can be used to treat skin conditions naturally
• ·The government passed a law requiring food labels to include more detailed nutritional information
• ·A charity organized a benefit concert featuring local musicians, raising $50,000 for a children’s hospital
• ·A best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activism
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open late during the holiday shopping season
• ·A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in need
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel