The national economy grew by 3.4% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations

A tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household itemsResearchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutes

The local theater group announced plans to perform a classic play in parks across the cityA prolonged drought forced farmers to switch to drought-resistant crops to save their harvestsScientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

The city council voted to add more benches and water fountains in public parksA well-known clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products by next year

Researchers found that walking in forests for 20 minutes a day boosts immune system function

Local hospitals started offering telehealth services for patients who can’t visit in personA hospital opened a new pediatric cancer ward with private rooms for patients and families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea trench off the coast of JapanThe government offered tax breaks to homeowners who install solar panels on their roofs

A streaming service added a collection of classic cartoons from the 1950s and 1960sFirefighters rescued a family of five from a burning apartment building in the early morning

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• ·A fashion designer created a line of clothing using recycled ocean plastic to raise environmental awareness
• ·Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader
• ·A vineyard started offering wine tasting tours with a focus on sustainable farming practices
• ·The government agreed to a $3 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund to stabilize its currency
• ·A marathon race attracted 20,000 participants from 50 countries with the winner finishing in 2 hours 10 minutes
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to attract more visitors
• ·A new TV show became the most-watched program of the year within a month of airing
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of plant in a remote rainforest that has potential medicinal properties
• ·Mathematicians solve long standing problem in number theory
• ·Scientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life
• ·Plant nursery sells pollinator friendly plants to support bees and butterflies
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public transportation hub downtown
• ·Researchers found that daily consumption of berries can reduce the risk of age-related vision loss
• ·Researchers at a marine lab discovered a new species of coral in the Pacific Ocean, which could help restore damaged reefs.
• ·The city hosted a global summit on renewable energy attended by world leaders
• ·A city installed more crosswalks with pedestrian signals in busy areas