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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• ·Lifestyle magazine shares tips for energy-efficient homes
• ·A new study found that 40% of young adults struggle with anxiety due to work and financial pressures
• ·Study finds that journaling about positive experiences boosts happiness levels
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers trade old clothes for store credit
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of a specific fruit may lower the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·A major food company announced plans to reduce the amount of sugar in its products
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue team
• ·A café hosted a fundraiser for a local animal shelter
• ·A city added more public benches in downtown areas for pedestrians
• ·Fitness center adds new equipment for strength training and cardio workouts
• ·A major airline announced it will add 20 new international routes by the end of the year to meet growing travel demand.
• ·A small business owner expanded their bakery to include a café area with seating for 20 customers
• ·A software company introduced a new project management tool that integrates with popular productivity apps