The postal service announced it would deliver packages on Sundays during the holiday season

Farmers used artificial intelligence to predict crop diseases before they spreadA study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health

The space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor ocean currentsA coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cupsThe city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the southern neighborhood

Archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from bone in a cave systemCar companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities

A drought in the southwest led to the cancellation of outdoor water use for landscaping

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying agingA study found that regular yoga practice improves flexibility and reduces back pain in office workers

The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemicA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

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• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest area
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online
• ·A tech startup announced it will release a new smart home device next quarter that controls lighting and temperature
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels
• ·A sports team won a regional championship and qualified for a national tournament
• ·Research finds that spending time with grandchildren boosts happiness in seniors
• ·A school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated content
• ·A airline improved its on time performance by changing its scheduling system
• ·A national park closed a campground temporarily due to a wildfire risk
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton and water-saving processes
• ·Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children
• ·A hotel renovated its rooms to include energy-efficient appliances and lighting
• ·A sports equipment brand launched a line of sustainable products made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare genetic disorder using gene therapy
• ·A discount store announced it will open 32 new locations in small towns across the country