Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles with natural wax

A heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to 106 degrees for six consecutive daysResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable packaging made from sugarcane fiber

The government passed a law to protect endangered birds from illegal hunting and habitat destructionA restaurant chain announced it would add 15 new plant-based menu items to its locations nationwideVolunteers cleaned up over 1500 pounds of trash from a local river during a weekend cleanup event

The central bank announced it would keep interest rates stable to avoid disrupting economic growthA renowned artist opened an exhibition featuring 40 new abstract paintings at a city art gallery

A hospital successfully performed a liver transplant on a 12-year-old patient using a donor organ from a family member

A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrateThe railway service announced it would add more trains during peak hours to reduce overcrowding

A new movie received positive reviews from critics and is expected to attract large audiencesA study revealed that drinking herbal tea can help reduce anxiety and promote better sleep

A city banned single-use plastic straws in restaurants and cafes to reduce plastic wasteAn airline announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by using more fuel-efficient planes

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• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 trees and 7000 gallons of water
• ·Bird watchers spot endangered woodpecker in national forest
• ·Physicists study black holes to understand the universe
• ·A charity organization distributed blankets to homeless people during winter
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 45% in adults
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against a common virus
• ·The government started a program to help people quit smoking
• ·A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teens
• ·A severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global plastic waste
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisine
• ·The city introduced a parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phone
• ·A major sports equipment brand announced it will use recycled materials in 80% of its products
• ·A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue team
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column featuring local business owners
• ·Scientists find way to extend shelf life of fresh produce by two weeks