Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%

The city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoodsA famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical event

Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this yearThe government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcareA large shopping center held a grand opening event with discounts and live entertainment

Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packagingLocal residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lot

The national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

A tech company released a software update to fix bugs in its popular appThe government provided financial assistance to small businesses damaged by a tornado

A local farmers’ market started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakersWeather forecasters warned of a cold front that will bring freezing rain to the south

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• ·Fashion show raises money for charity with designs from local designers
• ·Researchers found that cuddling with pets reduces stress hormones in the body
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 15 new stores in small towns
• ·Police seized $75000 worth of counterfeit electronics in a raid on a downtown market
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown
• ·A city banned single use plastic straws in restaurants and bars
• ·A sports team traded a star player to another team for two up and coming athletes
• ·The government passed a new law to increase the minimum wage, aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers.
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of insect in the rainforest
• ·Podcast interviews famous scientist about new discoveries
• ·Parliament voted to pass a revised budget bill aimed at improving public healthcare and education funding
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep-sea shrimp that can survive in extremely high-temperature vents
• ·An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage parents to vaccinate their children against whooping cough