Researchers found that regular exercise can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety

A city council approved the construction of 350 new affordable housing unitsScientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great PlainsA study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type

The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area

A space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patternsA tornado touched down in a small town destroying several homes and a school

A study showed that group study sessions help students get better gradesThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languagesScientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using natural bacteria

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• ·A city promoted local businesses
• ·Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 7.5 tons of trash
• ·A university started a new program in art and design
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·Engineers created a new type of solar panel that is 40% more efficient than current models
• ·A famous writer won a prestigious literary award for her latest book
• ·A popular pizza chain announced plans to open 40 new locations in midwestern states next year
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedules
• ·The military announced it will host a public air show at its base next month
• ·A city planted 100 new trees along a major street to improve air quality and provide shade
• ·Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next year
• ·A study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%
• ·Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in park areas
• ·Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probe
• ·Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents