The school district announced that classes will start later to improve student attendance

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snapRadio station launches podcast about local history and folklore

Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs

Swimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relayResearchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies

A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groupsThe government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure

Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cellsA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the year

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• ·Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclable
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured fox and releases it back into wild
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this year
• ·Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into clothing fibers
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights
• ·The foreign ministry confirmed that it had recalled its ambassador for consultations over a territorial dispute
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free laptops to students in low-income households
• ·Camera store offers beginner photography workshops on weekends
• ·A hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication
• ·Running club hosts 10k race to raise money for local children’s hospital
• ·A golfer set a new course record with a score of 62 during a professional tournament
• ·A pet groomer opened a second location after their first shop had a 60% increase in bookings
• ·A farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets
• ·A national park started a program to protect endangered birds
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art installations
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans