The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year

Cycling event draws over 1000 participants for 50 mile ride to support charityStudy shows that adding turmeric to meals has anti inflammatory benefits

Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metalLibrary hosts weekly story time sessions for toddlers and their parentsSkateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Research indicates that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves athletic performanceJuice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits

Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats

Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this yearResearchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities

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• ·The government released a report showing a 18% reduction in air pollution in major cities
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·Dietitians recommend adding more whole grains to daily meals
• ·A sports equipment store began selling used gear at discounted prices to make sports more accessible
• ·A fashion brand launched a new line of activewear for women
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on environmental themes
• ·A charity collected toys for hospital kids
• ·Local authorities reported a 20% drop in crime rates over the past eight months thanks to enhanced community policing
• ·The national volleyball team qualified for the Olympic Games
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free coffee and tea to passengers during morning commutes
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A tech company released an update to fix security vulnerabilities in its software
• ·A smartphone company released a waterproof model