The government passed a new law banning single-use plastics in public spaces, with enforcement starting next month.

A university opened a new science lab equipped with state-of-the-art technology for student researchA taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to split fares with friends

A fashion designer used natural dyes made from flowers and plants to color fabrics for a new collectionA library started offering "tech help sessions" where volunteers assist residents with using smartphones and computersA farm began selling grass-fed beef and free-range eggs to local restaurants and grocery stores

A fire department hosted a "smoke alarm installation day" where they installed free smoke alarms in low-income homesA software company released a new video conferencing tool that supports up to 1,000 participants

A community organized a "neighborhood potluck" where residents brought dishes to share with their neighbors

A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruits and vegetables to make healthy eating more convenientA school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated content

A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their water consumption and stay hydratedHeavy 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 government passed a law to protect wildlife habitats from commercial development

(责任编辑：范广惠)

• ·A local café donated a portion of its profits to a local animal shelter
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging roads and bridges in rural areas
• ·A school started a gardening club that grows vegetables for the school’s salad bar
• ·A study found nuts reduce cholesterol
• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars
• ·A bakery won first place at a regional food festival for its apple pie
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·A farm used organic farming methods to grow its crops
• ·A famous actor announced plans to star in a new historical drama next year
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·A library hosted digital literacy classes for adults learning to use email and online banking
• ·Scientists discover new species of frog in Amazon rainforest with unique coloration
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer and more durable than current models
• ·The stock market dropped slightly after news of a global supply chain issue
• ·Researchers found that drinking warm milk before bed can improve sleep duration by 45 minutes