Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities

The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessibleA new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression

Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homesLocal businesses hosted a job fair for recent high school and college graduatesA professional athlete donated sports equipment to underprivileged youth programs

The government introduced new laws to protect workers from unfair labor practicesA bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers

Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersJuice bar adds new menu items made with local seasonal fruits

Animal shelter organizes adoption event to find homes for 50 petsNewspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area

Astronomers spot new planet that could support life in distant solar systemRunning club hosts 5k race to raise money for local charity

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• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening reduces symptoms of anxiety in older adults
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes to promote cycling as a mode of transportation
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in low-light conditions
• ·A team of engineers built a prototype of a flying car, which successfully completed its first test flight.
• ·Chemists develop new paint that cleans air pollutants when exposed to sunlight
• ·A social media platform rolled out a new feature to help users identify and report fake news
• ·A farmers market began accepting food stamps and EBT cards to make fresh produce accessible to all
• ·Shoe brand releases new line of shoes made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·A local theater performed a children’s play
• ·Doctors urged parents to ensure their children get all recommended vaccinations on time
• ·The government announced grants for small farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices
• ·A hospital purchased new medical equipment to improve patient care
• ·Automotive company recalls 40,000 pickup trucks over faulty steering components
• ·Study finds that remote work increases job satisfaction for 80 percent of employees
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests improves respiratory health
• ·Local police partnered with community groups to reduce youth crime