A popular bookstore chain announced it would be closing several locations due to declining sales and increased competition from online retailers.

The police department launched a new campaign to raise awareness about road safety for cyclistsScientists used CRISPR technology to edit the genes of a crop to make it more resistant to pests

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energyA strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoods

Researchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novel

Doctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring seasonThe military deployed troops to help clear roads blocked by snow in mountainous regions

A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family incomeA tech startup launched an app that helps users find and book affordable local accommodations

A heatwave in the southeast pushed temperatures to record highs prompting heat safety alertsResearchers created a new type of biodegradable packaging that breaks down in six months

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• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in number theory
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s food scene
• ·The city started a program to help homeless individuals find temporary shelter and jobs
• ·A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days
• ·The federal bank announced measures to stabilize the stock market
• ·A farmers market added a section for local artisans to sell handmade jewelry and crafts
• ·A study found that athletes who get 8-9 hours of sleep per night perform 15% better in competitions
• ·Local restaurants started offering meal delivery services using electric bikes to reduce emissions
• ·Wildlife rescue group transports injured owl to rehabilitation center
• ·The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to animal shelters
• ·The government invested in wind energy projects to reduce reliance on fossil fuels
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coast
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $5 billion in geothermal energy projects
• ·Local businesses supported a program to train young people for jobs
• ·A study revealed that pet ownership can reduce feelings of loneliness in seniors
• ·The city implemented a new parking system to make finding parking easier downtown