The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet

The country’s inflation rate decreased slightly due to stable food pricesA charity launched a program to teach digital skills to senior citizens

Scientists observed a significant increase in coral growth in protected ocean areasThe city council voted to expand public transit service to late-night hoursResearchers studied the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designerThe national hockey league started its new season with a record number of viewers

A tech company released an update to fix security vulnerabilities in its software

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by floodsThe city started a program to help homeless individuals find temporary shelter and jobs

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower cost

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• ·A study showed that spending time in nature can reduce symptoms of depression by 35% in adults
• ·Fire department hosts open house to teach residents about fire safety
• ·A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts for two weeks
• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade clothing items created by local designers
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizers
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·Researchers studied the impact of social media on teen self-esteem
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local charity to donate $1 from each drink sold on weekends
• ·A major tech company unveiled its latest smartphone model with advanced camera features
• ·A team of marine biologists studied the impact of plastic waste on sea turtle nesting sites
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free laptops to students in low-income households
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·A team of explorers completed a journey across the Arctic
• ·A local theater company staged a production of a classic play with a modern adaptation
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending