The country’s inflation rate dropped to 1.8 percent due to lower energy prices

Health officials advised people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter seasonA city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks

A study showed that spending time gardening can lower stress hormones and improve moodA famous actor signed on to star in a new TV series based on a best-selling novelThe military donated medical supplies to local hospitals struggling with high patient numbers

A school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated contentA tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their water consumption and stay hydrated

Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country

Researchers discovered that a certain type of seaweed can be used to make biodegradable packagingThe WHO released new guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases

A soccer team signed a young talent from a local academy to a professional contractA new high-speed train service started operating between two major cities

Marine researchers found that ocean temperatures have risen by 1.5°C over 50 yearsThe government passed a law to increase funding for public education by 15%

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• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health
• ·A city council voted to approve a new ordinance that bans single-use plastic bags in retail stores
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of activewear for women
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones
• ·A major music festival announced its lineup for next summer, featuring some of the world’s top artists and bands.
• ·Tennis player withdraws from tournament due to minor knee injury
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·A tech company released a new operating system with improved security features
• ·A city installed new public restrooms downtown to improve amenities for visitors
• ·Pet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services
• ·Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity rates
• ·The government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcare
• ·Scientists studied the effects of pollution on marine ecosystems
• ·Theater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian