The national rugby team hired a new coach with experience in international competitions

An airline announced it will offer direct flights to a popular tourist destinationLocal police introduced a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidents

A study found that remote work has reduced commuting-related carbon emissionsThe federal bank announced measures to stabilize the stock marketA historic theater was restored to its original 1920s design after a year-long project

Retailers launched a new loyalty program offering exclusive discounts to customersDoctors successfully treated a patient with a rare genetic disorder using gene therapy

The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.5% in August the lowest in a decade

Environmental groups protested against a new industrial project near a protected forestA government program provided job training for workers in industries facing labor shortages

A sports team hired a new assistant coach specializing in strength and conditioningA city installed more traffic lights at busy intersections to reduce accidents

A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events and activitiesA farm started selling its produce to a regional grocery store chain

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• ·The government announced a ban on single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve brain function
• ·A community group organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 300 bags of trash from local streets
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levels
• ·A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·The government allocated $350 million to upgrade public schools’ science labs and technology equipment
• ·A gym added new weight training equipment
• ·A fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported
• ·A tech company announced it will invest $700 million in research and development to create new AI technologies
• ·Research shows that volunteering improves mental health and happiness
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·A new study revealed that exposure to natural light during the day improves sleep at night
• ·Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students
• ·A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxes
• ·Sports team signs star player to a five year contract