A tech startup raised $2 million in funding to further develop its AI-powered productivity tool

A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adultsA local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester

Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisisThe national soccer team won their first match in the World Cup defeating a defending champion with a score of 2-1A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area

A new survey found that 73% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainabilityA major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities

A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 33%

Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 6.5 tons of trashA pet store started offering "pet training classes" for dogs and cats

A restaurant started offering "chef’s table" experiences where customers dine in the kitchenA school district updated its curriculum to include more lessons on climate change

A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events and activitiesA community garden hosted a "tomato growing contest" with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits

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• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and spinal cord injuries
• ·A local theater announced plans to produce a new play written by a local high school student
• ·The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·A construction project to renovate an old library began this week
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.5 feet of snow and closing airports
• ·Furniture store sells modular sofas made from recycled polyester fabric
• ·A new study indicated that remote work options have led to higher job satisfaction among employees
• ·Scientists found that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of attention deficit disorder
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levels
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces recovery time for patients
• ·Local community groups organized a cleanup effort to remove plastic waste from the city’s main river
• ·The national basketball team won a key qualifier match to advance to the world championship
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone
• ·Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu
• ·A school started a robotics club that competed in a state tournament and placed second