A city council voted to build 200 new affordable housing units in the downtown area

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·A study found that playing video games can improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·International organizations are sending medical teams to regions hit by a recent earthquake
• ·Research indicates that getting enough sleep improves immune system function
• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle plastic bottles into durable building materials
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in a decade
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night, with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist.
• ·A study found pet time lowers adult stress hormones and improves mood
• ·A popular clothing brand announced it will phase out plastic packaging by the end of next year
• ·Major airline adds direct flights between mid-sized city and European hub
• ·The government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles
• ·Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 115 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 52% by 2030
• ·A farm began selling fresh flowers at the local farmers market
• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type