Local businesses reported a 25% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than othersThe city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streets

A major clothing brand announced it will offer sizes from XS to 6XL to be more inclusiveResearchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in childrenThe government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year

A popular social media app added a feature that lets users create and share short cooking videosDoctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy days

The local museum added interactive exhibits where visitors can touch and test historical tools

A new study revealed that exercising for 30 minutes a day increases energy levels by 25%The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

A bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readersScientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter

The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by floodingA fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing

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• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A city council approved funds to upgrade public playgrounds
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·A local newspaper launched a digital subscription service, offering exclusive content to paying readers
• ·International space agency shares images of recent asteroid flyby near Earth
• ·Cycling event draws participants of all ages from across the state
• ·A bookstore started a monthly book club focused on contemporary fiction drawing 40+ members
• ·The railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·A gym added a new weight training section with state-of-the-art equipment
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 36 countries over the next year
• ·A construction company used sustainable building materials to construct a new office building
• ·The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·The government increased funding for scientific research in the field of renewable energy
• ·Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rush