Researchers created a rapid test for a common respiratory virus that gives results in 10 minutes

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce its carbon footprint by using biofuels
• ·Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in children
• ·The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings
• ·A major airline announced it will use sustainable aviation fuel for 10% of its flights
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a community park
• ·A coffee shop hosted a charity fundraiser where $1 from each drink sold went to a local school
• ·Newspaper reports on growth of small businesses in downtown area
• ·A government program provided training for workers in high demand fields
• ·A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health
• ·A cyclist won the national championship race by a margin of 2 minutes
• ·A university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineering
• ·A community garden donated 200 pounds of fresh vegetables to a local homeless shelter
• ·A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area
• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved camera
• ·A library hosted a genealogy workshop to help residents trace their family history
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 44% in adults