Skateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levelsA city added 15 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters

An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to attend college or universityA study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged studentsThe government invested $220 million in building new solar power plants in desert regions

A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physicsA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, and food from India

Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near elementary schools to protect childrenA local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families

A study found learning a second language improves children’s problem-solving skillsThe national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services

A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissionsA new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping

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• ·A large hotel chain announced plans to install solar panels on all its properties
• ·A major smartphone brand announced a new model with a built-in solar charging feature
• ·A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses rainwater collected in barrels
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving technology
• ·Radio station holds fundraiser for local food bank
• ·College students invented a device that turns kitchen waste into biogas for cooking
• ·Scientists discover ancient underwater volcano that was active 10000 years ago
• ·A local theater company performed a free outdoor production of a Shakespeare play in the park
• ·A hospital opened a new pediatric cancer ward with private rooms for patients and families
• ·Freelance website adds new category for graphic design services
• ·The military sent helicopters to rescue stranded motorists after a snowstorm
• ·A scientist developed a biodegradable packaging material for food products
• ·Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere
• ·Plant store offers indoor gardening workshops for apartment residents
• ·A restaurant started using locally sourced meat and produce to support nearby farmers
• ·The city council approved plans to renovate the old train station into a community center