Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students

High school students created an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprintA bank announced it will offer student loan refinancing with 0% interest for the first year

Medical researchers found that regular swimming can improve lung capacity by 15%The public transit system added 40 new electric buses to its fleet to cut emissionsA famous actor announced they will star in a biographical film about a civil rights icon

A study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income households

Mudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesA coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community gardenArchaeologists discovered an ancient burial site with artifacts from a pre-Columbian civilization

Car companies announced a collaboration to develop affordable electric vehicles for familiesA drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents

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• ·A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu items
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports
• ·A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·A new report showed electric vehicle numbers on the road doubled over two years
• ·A new study revealed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism
• ·Major airline announces partnership with hotel chain for discounted travel packages
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that may be linked to increased resistance to certain viruses
• ·A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster
• ·A bakery won an award for its signature chocolate cake at a regional competition
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 50 percent by 2030
• ·A new study showed that meditating before work improves focus and productivity
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $550 million
• ·Local police seized over $1.3 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·A new study showed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks can reduce the risk of obesity in children by 40%.
• ·Newsletter provides tips for winterizing homes before cold weather