A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to split fares with friends

A sports league introduced a new rule to limit the number of substitutions during gamesA thunderstorm caused power outages for over 10000 households in the suburbs

A medical journal published a study linking adequate sleep to a stronger immune systemThe government announced plans to build a new university campus in a rural regionA electronics company recalled a batch of wireless headphones due to a potential overheating issue

Students organized a fundraiser to collect money for new equipment for their school’s science labA professional athlete set a new national record in the 100-meter sprint at a recent competition

Scientists developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current models

The police department launched a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidentsA famous musician released a new album, which broke streaming records within the first 24 hours of its release.

A city council approved a plan to build more affordable housing units to address the growing housing crisis.A research team developed a new test for a common disease that is faster and more accurate than existing tests.

A major retailer announced it would be expanding its online shopping platform to offer same-day delivery in more cities.A severe cyclone hit a coastal town, destroying dozens of homes and leaving many residents without power or clean water.

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• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A new library was built in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open 24 hours a day during the holiday shopping season
• ·The national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year
• ·The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community garden
• ·A school district added a new art program that teaches students pottery and digital design
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios
• ·TV show wins best comedy award
• ·A new study showed that weight training can improve balance in older adults
• ·Researchers found that exercise helps improve memory in older adults
• ·An energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 60000 homes
• ·A major airline offered 50% off flights for families traveling with children under 12
• ·A new mobile game released became the most downloaded app in over 50 countries
• ·Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospital
• ·A strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured
• ·A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12