A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035

A construction company used 3D printing technology for part of a building projectA research study showed that exercise can improve memory in older adults

A local café introduced a new specialty coffee drinkA government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullyingA sports league changed its rules to make games more exciting

A city installed more public restrooms in parks and downtown areasA tech company released a new laptop with a lighter design

A farm started growing herbs and spices to sell to local restaurants

A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from another museumTelevision show wins multiple awards at annual entertainment ceremony

Research finds that keeping a garden improves physical activity levelsPlant store offers workshops on indoor gardening for apartment dwellers

Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in popular recreation areasNewsletter includes tips for preparing homes for upcoming winter weather

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• ·Researchers found that using reusable bags instead of plastic bags can reduce plastic pollution by 80%
• ·A restaurant started using locally sourced meat and produce to support nearby farmers
• ·The national hockey team announced its roster for the upcoming season
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseas
• ·The city council approved funding for a new public transportation project
• ·A community organized a festival to celebrate the region’s cultural heritage
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant with medicinal properties that can treat certain illnesses
• ·A vineyard started offering wine tasting tours with a focus on sustainable farming practices
• ·College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar power
• ·A university’s basketball team made it to the national tournament for the first time
• ·The national economy grew by 3.3% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·The city implemented a new parking app that lets users find and pay for parking spots easily
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect honeybees from deadly viruses
• ·A snowstorm canceled over 500 flights and closed schools in the northeast
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown
• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author readings and book signings