The transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areas

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skillsA discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country

Researchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of developing high blood pressureThe prime minister attended an international conference on climate change and carbon reductionA fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported

A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its libraryPolice used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft

The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning

College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar powerStudy reveals that eating breakfast improves academic performance in high school students

Pet groomer specializes in grooming anxious pets with calm handling techniquesFirefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic children

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• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make stuffed animals
• ·A community organization launched a campaign to plant 500 trees in local parks over the next year
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about a new trade agreement
• ·A study found that seniors who own pets have lower rates of depression and loneliness
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteria
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 500
• ·Animal rescue group transports injured wildlife to rehabilitation center
• ·An electronics company recalled a batch of wireless earbuds due to a potential overheating issue
• ·A famous museum opened a new exhibition featuring 100 ancient artifacts from around the world
• ·A famous singer released a charity album to raise money for disaster relief efforts
• ·Weather conditions caused delays in shipping and transportation services
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students
• ·Local governments were granted more autonomy to make decisions on public transportation and environmental policies
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free returns for online orders
• ·The government announced a new policy to support small businesses
• ·A famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical event