A prolonged drought forced farmers to switch to drought-resistant crops to save their harvests

A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of 100 homes in a suburban neighborhoodA study found that watching nature documentaries can reduce stress levels by 30%

The government announced plans to upgrade public libraries with new computers and Wi-FiA museum acquired a valuable painting by a famous artist from the Renaissance periodA local farm started a community-supported agriculture program where members get weekly produce boxes

Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in both direct and indirect sunlightThe postal service introduced a new tracking app that lets users see where their packages are in real time

A celebrity chef published a cookbook with recipes for quick and easy weeknight meals

Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves enough energy to power a home for 10 yearsResearchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areasA famous poet was awarded a lifetime achievement award for their contributions to literature

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity

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• ·The transportation department began construction on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic in the city center
• ·A study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged students
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city center
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years.
• ·A study found that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in elderly adults
• ·A famous chef opened a new downtown restaurant specializing in global fusion cuisine
• ·A coffee shop added a drive-thru
• ·A study found weekly socializing with friends improves older adults’ mental well-being
• ·The city started a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employment
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 118 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 53% by 2030
• ·A study showed that teachers who use video lessons have more engaged students
• ·Automotive company recalls 40,000 pickup trucks over faulty steering components
• ·A city implemented a program to reduce homelessness by providing permanent supportive housing
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all orders over $30 during its summer sale
• ·A celebrity chef cooked a meal for homeless people at a shelter
• ·A clothing brand announced it will use only organic cotton in its products by next year