Scientists developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current models

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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• ·An energy company announced it will phase out coal power plants by 2035
• ·The government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest
• ·A new law passed increasing the minimum wage by 10% to improve low-income workers’ living standards
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices
• ·The public transit system started offering free rides for children under 12
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned archaeologist about recent discoveries in ancient ruins
• ·The country’s export of tech products set a new record this year
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·A regional summit on refugee rights concluded with a pledge to provide more humanitarian aid
• ·A major retailer announced free shipping on all online orders regardless of purchase amount
• ·A hotel added a rooftop bar with views of the city skyline
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·A study found that regular dancing can improve balance and reduce fall risks in seniors
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests reduces levels of harmful chemicals in the blood
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventory