A best-selling author released a new mystery novel that quickly topped international book lists

The police department launched a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidentsA social media platform introduced a feature to let users hide posts from certain accounts

An oil company announced it would cut its carbon emissions by 30% over the next decadeA heatwave forced local officials to open cooling centers for elderly and vulnerable residentsA study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in math and science classes

The government increased funding for public housing projects to address the housing shortageA museum displayed a rare historical artifact that had been missing for over 50 years

A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten-free pastries in response to customer demand

Engineers completed construction on a new dam to provide more water for agricultural useThe postal service announced it would extend delivery hours to handle the increase in online orders

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in regional cuisine from their home countryResearchers calculated that using energy-efficient light bulbs can save households $50 a year on electricity bills

A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-wasteA drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens

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• ·A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniors
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteria
• ·A team of researchers found that regular consumption of a certain fruit may lower the risk of heart disease by 20%.
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of lizard in a remote desert region of Australia
• ·Students achieved record exam results in this year’s national tests
• ·The transportation department announced plans to repair and upgrade several major highways to reduce traffic congestion.
• ·Volunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project
• ·Archaeologists found ancient tools and pottery fragments in a cave dating back 10,000 years
• ·Fitness center offers group classes like Zumba and spin
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased by 17% this quarter
• ·A school district purchased new science lab equipment for middle and high schools
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will expand its size range to be more inclusive
• ·Dance studio hosts summer camp for kids interested in hip hop and ballet
• ·Fire department gives away smoke alarms to low income families
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·A major car brand announced it will stop making gasoline-powered cars by 2035