The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stallsA study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers

The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemicA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiencesA severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four monthsA famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run

Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive contentThe local museum added new hands-on exhibits for children to learn about science

A new study showed that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than indoor workoutsThe city council approved plans to renovate the old downtown theater into a multi-purpose venue

A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdaysScientists developed a new battery that uses organic materials instead of toxic chemicals

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• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users track their daily exercise and calorie intake
• ·The city introduced a parking app that helps drivers find available spots in real time
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee
• ·A hospital started a mental health clinic for veterans with PTSD and other conditions
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new community center
• ·A fire department provided free smoke detector batteries to senior citizens in the community
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps reduce symptoms of seasonal depression
• ·Doctors recommended annual health checkups to catch potential issues early
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration while studying
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A study showed that practicing yoga daily can improve flexibility and reduce anxiety
• ·Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3s can improve brain health
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21
• ·Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday season