Scientists identified a new gene linked to increased resistance to common respiratory illnesses

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft constructionThe school district added a course on climate change to the science curriculum

Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brainThe government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas

A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages

Doctors developed a new cream to treat psoriasis that has fewer side effectsA wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests

A software company offered a free trial of its programA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a benefit concertA study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books

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• ·Local authorities reported a 15% drop in crime rates over the past six months, citing improved community policing efforts.
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about recycling
• ·Power company offers free energy audits to residential customers
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhood
• ·Research shows that regular socializing reduces risk of dementia in seniors
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits and activities
• ·Chocolate shop makes artisanal chocolates with local ingredients
• ·A popular social media platform launched a new feature for creating short videos
• ·Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in park areas
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global food waste
• ·Scientists work with other countries to study global weather patterns
• ·A library added 5,000 new books to its collection including 1,000 titles in foreign languages
• ·A global summit on gender equality ended with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2030
• ·Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levels