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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• ·Scientists studied how light pollution affects bird migration
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce the use of pesticides
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial data
• ·Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and preserves made from its own fruit
• ·Scientists at a leading university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Alzheimer’s disease using new drug compounds
• ·Dance school holds recital featuring performances by 200 students
• ·The national soccer league announced it will expand to include three new teams
• ·A musician released a cover song that went viral on social media with 2 million views
• ·City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year
• ·The local museum hosted a night at the museum event with special tours and activities
• ·Weather conditions forced the closure of mountain highways due to heavy snowfall
• ·Paramedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response
• ·A taxi company updated its app to include real-time traffic information for drivers