The government provided funding to repair historical buildings damaged by a recent storm

A major airline added new direct flights to tropical destinations for winter travelersResearchers found that certain herbs can help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes

The school board voted to increase the number of art and music classes in elementary schoolsA popular social media platform added a new feature to let users share short video clipsThe fire department responded to a large fire at a warehouse storing construction materials

Scientists discovered that spending time in green spaces can reduce symptoms of ADHD in childrenThe city hosted an international trade fair showcasing products from over 50 countries

A new study indicated that writing in a journal can improve mental health and reduce stress

Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruitsA celebrity chef cooked a special meal for a charity gala that raised $500000 for hunger relief

Researchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per yearA city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government officesA study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive development

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• ·A study found that spending time gardening reduces stress levels in urban dwellers
• ·Astronomers observed a rare celestial event, as a comet passed close to Earth for the first time in 200 years.
• ·A smartphone company offered a trade-in program for old phones to encourage recycling
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new coral reef
• ·City officials approved a proposal to build more affordable housing units in downtown neighborhoods
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 15 new domestic routes by the end of the year
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of a seasonal respiratory illness
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 500
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·A tech company announced a new feature for its social media platform
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 250 bicycles at 20 stations
• ·A major bookstore chain announced plans to open more locations in small towns
• ·Hospital launches program to provide free health screenings for homeless populations