A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices.

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three monthsThe government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat lossA restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the year

Volunteers planted over 3000 trees in a urban park as part of a citywide reforestation effortThe central bank announced it would keep interest rates unchanged to support small business growth

A renowned photographer opened an exhibition showcasing images of wildlife in the Amazon rainforest

A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organA global climate change summit ended with 120 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030

A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year no matter their family incomeA new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production

A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became a bestseller on international book listsA strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured

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• ·Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·Library provides free access to online academic journals for students
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping on all orders during its annual sale
• ·A new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases endurance
• ·A car dealership reported a 40% increase in sales of electric vehicles compared to last year
• ·Magazine includes article on easy ways to save money on household expenses
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in several European countries
• ·The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissions
• ·Scientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil health
• ·Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 5 tons of waste
• ·A new zoo exhibit featuring endangered species opened today
• ·The World Bank provided funding to improve sanitation systems in rural villages
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a rural area to boost economic development in the region.
• ·The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours to handle the increase in online orders
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender