Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country

A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the finalA museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensResearchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50

The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafesAn oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineries

A small plane made an emergency landing on a highway with no injuries reported

A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%A startup company launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and fresh produce

A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight daysResearchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing

The government passed a law to protect endangered butterflies from habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would start offering plant-based burgers at all its locations

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• ·A study found that remote work has reduced commuting-related carbon emissions
• ·Scientists found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure in stressed adults
• ·Toy company creates educational toys that teach coding basics to toddlers
• ·Postal service adds extra delivery days during holiday season to handle packages
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by a drought
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is better for the environment
• ·The government announced a new program to support small-scale farmers with subsidies
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in 15 minutes
• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare genetic disorder using gene therapy
• ·The WHO launched a program to train nurses in rural areas of Africa to improve maternal health
• ·Newspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping for all orders during a special sale
• ·A school district updated its curriculum to include lessons on climate change and sustainability
• ·A golfer won a major tournament with a hole-in-one on the final hole
• ·Local businesses hosted a street festival with live music and craft vendors to attract customers
• ·Volleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship