The national economy grew by 3.2% in the last quarter, exceeding economists’ expectations.

A charity organization launched a drive to collect books for schools in developing countriesThe national ballet company announced a tour of small cities to reach more audiences

A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employeesEngineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy daysLocal businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversary

A professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometownThe government introduced new laws to protect endangered sea turtles from fishing nets

A bookstore chain started a book swap program where customers can exchange used books

Weather experts reported that this year’s summer has been the hottest on recordThe city held a cultural festival featuring traditional dances, music, and food from various countries

A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorderThe government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year

A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income studentsResearchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates

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• ·A pet rescue organization found homes for 300 dogs and cats in the past six months
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making beeswax candles at home
• ·The education department launched a new program to provide free tutoring services to students from low-income families.
• ·Weather service issues tornado watch for midwestern states through Friday evening
• ·A research team studied the impact of climate change on local plant species
• ·A medical journal study found regular green tea consumption improves skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·Study shows that eating nuts daily lowers risk of heart disease in middle aged adults
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·A fire at a warehouse destroyed inventory for three local small businesses
• ·Study reveals that using reusable containers saves average household $300 yearly
• ·A severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works in low-light conditions
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A hospital used telemedicine to provide medical consultations to patients in remote areas
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free laptops to students in low-income households