A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025

A study found that volunteering 2 hours a week can improve overall happinessA small business owner started a blog about their industry, gaining 6,000 followers

A city launched a bike safety program for kids, giving away free helmets and lessonsA scientist discovered a way to convert plastic waste into clean fuelA pet store started offering supplies for exotic pets like reptiles and birds

A restaurant added a vegan menu with 12 new plant-based dishesA school district hired a new PE teacher to add yoga and kickboxing classes

A tech company released a language-learning app that uses games to teach vocabulary

A community garden donated 220 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchenThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaksA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

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• ·A gym added an indoor pool
• ·Researchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce anxiety
• ·A scientist published a study showing that urban green spaces can lower air pollution levels
• ·A research study found that spending time with pets can improve mental health
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients manage chronic pain
• ·Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity rates
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media use on the sleep quality of teenagers
• ·Research indicates that sunlight helps body produce essential vitamin D
• ·The national rugby team won the regional championship for the third time
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·The government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutions
• ·Scientists compare effects of organic and conventional farming on soil
• ·Farmers collaborated with local restaurants to supply fresh ingredients
• ·Study finds that listening to classical music while studying increases test scores
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in algebra that has puzzled experts for decades