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 coffee shop began using compostable cups and utensils to reduce waste
• ·Paramedics use new equipment to treat heart attack patients faster
• ·Scientists developed a faster test for COVID-19 that delivers results in 10 minutes
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average temperatures for the coming summer raising concerns about heatwaves
• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare blood disorder using a new experimental therapy
• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit reduces carbon emissions by 45% per person
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·Highway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highway
• ·Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·A clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse
• ·A social media influencer collaborated with a beauty brand to launch a product line
• ·A global public health summit concluded with a plan to improve vaccine access in developing countries
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on traditional regional dishes
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet
• ·Scientists collaborate globally on climate change research
• ·A charity organized a toy drive for children in low income families during the holidays