A city installed more traffic lights at busy intersections to reduce accidents

The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violatorsA major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel

A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literatureLocal police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekendsEngineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight

A new survey found that 85% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salaryA major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 95%

A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults

A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 80 dogs and catsA bakery won a national award for its innovative cake designs

A construction project to widen a busy highway began this monthA smartphone company offered a trade in program for old phones to reduce electronic waste

A farmers market hosted a festival featuring local music and foodA hospital started a telemedicine program to provide care to patients in rural areas

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• ·Scientists at a leading lab developed a new test that detects a common virus in just five minutes
• ·Researchers studied how different types of music affect workout performance
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·A farm started growing herbs and spices to sell to local restaurants
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant species with potential medicinal properties
• ·The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow online
• ·A library started offering storytime for seniors where volunteers read aloud to elderly community members
• ·A research team discovered a new way to clean up oil spills more effectively
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 18 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchases
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping on orders over $50
• ·Scientists made a breakthrough in renewable energy storage technology
• ·The police department launched a campaign to reduce traffic accidents in the city
• ·A global tech company said it will invest $3 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 50% by 2030
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver
• ·A university research team made a breakthrough in cancer treatment research