Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia

A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groupsThe government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure

Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cellsA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the yearLocal police reported a 19% drop in theft cases following the launch of a neighborhood watch program

Tech giant Google unveiled a new AI tool designed to assist teachers in creating lesson plansA severe hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas

The United Nations released a report showing a 15% increase in global renewable energy adoption

A popular bakery chain announced it will open 30 new locations in coastal cities next springThe space agency announced plans to send a probe to study Jupiter’s moons

Local businesses sponsored a youth sports league for children ages 5 to 12The United Nations released a report on the impact of plastic pollution on marine life

A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutesA library added new digital tools for students to access research databases

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• ·A university offered scholarships to students studying environmental science
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help animals find permanent homes
• ·Firefighters rescued a cat from a burning building in the downtown area
• ·Scientists identified a new species of frog in a tropical rainforest in South America
• ·Archaeologists find ancient coins that date back to Roman Empire
• ·A renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical praise attracting over 13500 visitors on its first weekend
• ·A professional baseball player signed a seven-year contract worth $220 million with a new team
• ·A musician went on a solo tour across small towns to support local music venues
• ·Local government plants 5000 native trees to restore habitat for endangered birds
• ·The school district launched an anti-bullying campaign to create a safer school environment
• ·A government agency updated its tax filing website to make it more user friendly
• ·Volunteers helped paint and repair a local school in a low-income neighborhood
• ·A grocery store added a zero-waste aisle with bulk grains, nuts, and spices in reusable containers
• ·Scientists create new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of flu
• ·A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted price
• ·A community center offered free fitness classes to help residents stay healthy