A city launched a bike-sharing program with 250 bicycles at 20 stations

A best-selling author announced their next book will focus on climate change activismLocal schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester

A large utility company invested $2.5 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warningsThe World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses

A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new teamA new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1000 bikes at 50 stations

Marine researchers discovered a group of rare sea turtles nesting in a protected coastal area

The government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standardsStudy reveals that using reusable bags reduces plastic waste by 80 percent

Ice cream shop introduces new flavors made with local dairy and fruitsSheriff’s office increases patrols in residential areas during holiday season

Theater hosts special screening of classic film with live orchestra accompanimentResearch finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids

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• ·Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental health
• ·A study found a plant-based diet reduces type 2 diabetes risk by 30% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·A tech company announced it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen, set to hit stores next quarter.
• ·A software company released an app update that added dark mode and faster loading times
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoods
• ·The city implemented a new program to reduce litter in public spaces
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop language skills
• ·A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle electronic waste safely
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction
• ·A library added a collection of books in braille for visually impaired patrons
• ·A severe thunderstorm caused power outages for 70000 residents in the central region
• ·Study finds that learning sign language improves empathy in children
• ·Track and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet