Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy maskA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

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• ·A tech startup launched an app that tracks personal spending and creates budgets
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on regional barbecue
• ·A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring animals from the Amazon rainforest
• ·The city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free returns for online orders
• ·A new opera based on a historical event opened to critical acclaim from music critics
• ·University unveils new research center for renewable energy
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising, imposing heavy fines on violators.
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free pastries made with almond and coconut flour
• ·A major tech company revealed its latest smartphone model with advanced features
• ·Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills
• ·Softball team wins tournament and qualifies for national games
• ·A tech company released a new productivity app that helps users manage their to-do lists
• ·Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country