A city council approved the construction of 350 new affordable housing units

A study showed that group study sessions help students get better gradesThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languagesScientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using natural bacteriaThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter

A fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothingA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling

A community organized a charity walk to raise money for cancer research

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera systemA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

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• ·Local schools will introduce a new curriculum focused on mental health education starting next semester, officials confirmed.
• ·A winter storm dumped 20 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for three days
• ·A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 12% in the past year with more time spent outdoors
• ·A tech company announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to reduce costs
• ·The university published a research paper on the effects of social media on youth
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to source all its coffee from sustainable farms
• ·Researchers at a leading university developed a new battery technology that charges 10 times faster than current lithium-ion batteries
• ·The school board voted to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more extracurricular activities
• ·Researchers found that adequate sleep can enhance problem-solving skills in adults
• ·Study shows that using standing desks reduces back pain in office workers
• ·The stock market reached a new all-time high with tech and renewable energy stocks leading the gains
• ·The government increased funding for mental health services in rural areas with few providers
• ·A famous actress announced she will direct her first feature film next year
• ·Scientists discovered that a common mushroom has properties that boost the immune system
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that can store solar energy for nighttime use
• ·A city council approved a plan to launch a bike sharing program with 500 bikes