Coffee shop roasts beans in small batches

Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserveStudy shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parksMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming filmPower company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy

Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotelsTheater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city park

Biologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online ordersA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usualA team of historians found a letter written by a famous president during the Civil War

Local police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday seasonA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

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• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·The stock market rebounded after a week of losses following positive job growth data
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A major fashion brand said it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines next year
• ·Medical researchers found that regular yoga practice can improve flexibility and joint health
• ·Hikers discover new trail in national park that connects two popular areas
• ·A grocery store started selling ugly produce at a discount to reduce food waste
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team.
• ·The national ballet company announced its upcoming season will feature a new production of a classic tale
• ·Researchers found that students who eat breakfast perform 20% better on math tests
• ·The national space agency shared new data about the surface of Mars collected by a rover
• ·A study showed that drinking water before meals can help with weight management
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and spinal cord injuries
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·A bookstore started a book club for teens focused on young adult fiction
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play