The city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

A major airline announced new in-flight entertainment options including new movies and gamesScientists developed a new battery that is more durable and environmentally friendly

The school district launched an anti-bullying campaign to create a safer school environmentResearchers found that eating fish regularly can improve brain function in young childrenThe government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising and scams

A tech company announced it will expand its operations to a new city and hire 500 employeesDoctors discovered a new way to treat allergies that provides long-term relief

The local community organized a beach clean-up event that collected 3 tons of trash

A new study showed that meditation can improve focus and concentration in adultsA retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees

Researchers found that drinking chamomile tea regularly can reduce anxiety levels in adultsThe prime minister met with international leaders to discuss global energy security

A chemical leak at a factory in the industrial zone was contained with no health risks reportedA new streaming service launched featuring exclusive content from award-winning directors

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• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches in growing neighborhoods
• ·A university research team found that eating one serving of berries daily can boost immune function
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities.
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bicycles available at 30 different stations
• ·A clothing store started offering free alterations for customers who buy clothes in store
• ·Study shows that eating nuts daily lowers risk of heart disease in middle aged adults
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserve
• ·A sports team donated tickets to charity
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A software company released a new game app that was downloaded 500000 times in a month
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plans