A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closures

A major film festival announced its lineup including 25 international films making their debutLocal farmers reported a record harvest of tomatoes thanks to favorable summer weather

A study found that spending 45 minutes outdoors daily can reduce symptoms of depression by 30%The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissionsA popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next year

The city council approved a $180 million project to build a new public transit hubArchaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry and tools at a dig site dating back 4000 years

Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closuresA study showed that group study sessions help students understand difficult subjects better

The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animalsA bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish French and Chinese

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season

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• ·Cycling event draws 2,000 participants for charity ride across state
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·A popular restaurant chain opened its first location in a small town, creating 50 new jobs
• ·Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 months
• ·A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035
• ·Lifeguards teach CPR to beachgoers during summer months
• ·The national library digitized a large number of old books to preserve cultural heritage
• ·Coffee shop roasts beans in small batches
• ·The stock market reached a new record high on Tuesday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare firms
• ·A construction company used solar power for equipment
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil drilling project in a protected area
• ·A theater company announced a new production of a classic play with a modern adaptation
• ·A flood in the eastern region damaged 500 homes and disrupted transportation networks for a week
• ·A traditional craft fair was held to promote local artisans and their handmade products
• ·Engineers successfully tested a new earthquake-resistant building material in a simulated disaster scenario
• ·The city held a food festival featuring dishes from different cultures around the world