The government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standards

Photography exhibit highlighting urban street art opens in city centerScientists test new drug that may slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease

Community center provides free meals for children during summer breakTennis tournament attracts players from 30 countries to coastal cityStudy shows that gardening lowers blood pressure in middle aged adults

Bakery introduces vegan pastries made with coconut milk and oat flourPolice department launches campaign against distracted walking in busy areas

Opera house stages production of classic opera with digital projections

Research indicates that early music lessons improve math skills in kidsA photographer collaborated with a local historical society to document the restoration of a historic building

A hotel started offering "pet-friendly packages" that include beds, bowls, and treats for guests’ petsA musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award

A construction company used recycled materials to build a new community center, reducing waste by 50%A study found that regular social interaction can improve cognitive function in older adults

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• ·Scientists developed a faster test for a common respiratory illness
• ·Biologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices
• ·A new study revealed that getting enough natural light during the day improves mood
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 130 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes
• ·Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision loss
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·The World Bank approved a $800 million loan to improve water supply systems in a poor country
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2.3% for the second month in a row
• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in children
• ·A tech company launched a new tablet with a foldable screen and long-lasting battery
• ·Research shows that regular socializing improves mental health in seniors
• ·A local newspaper expanded its coverage to include more small-town news
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ furry companions
• ·A large energy company invested $3.1 billion in solar panel projects across the southwest