The country’s GDP grew by 1.5 percent in the last quarter driven by service industries

A new study indicated that exercise can boost the immune system and reduce the risk of illnessThe city hosted an art fair featuring works by local and regional artists

Scientists discovered a new plant with medicinal properties that can treat certain illnessesA new study finds that regular exercise can improve mental health in adultsLocal authorities announce plans to build more affordable housing next year

Tech company launches a new smartphone with advanced camera featuresInternational team of scientists discovers a new species of marine life

Farmers report higher crop yields due to improved irrigation systems

School district approves new curriculum focused on environmental educationA global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 13 million children by 2030

A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on renewable energy and space explorationA study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 18% in some people

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

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• ·Astronomers share new images of Mars taken by rover
• ·A musician released a new album that received positive reviews from critics
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportation
• ·A pet store started offering pet adoption events in partnership with a local rescue organization
• ·Weather forecasters warned of coastal flooding
• ·A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposes
• ·A software company released a game app that was downloaded 300,000 times in its first month
• ·A tech startup raised $2 million in funding to develop its new AI-powered productivity tool
• ·A software company released a new version of its project management tool with added features
• ·A protest outside the parliament building demanded stricter gun control laws following a recent mass shooting
• ·A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and free ATM access
• ·A community garden donated a portion of its harvest to a local animal shelter to feed the animals
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 115 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 52% by 2030
• ·A construction project to build a new elementary school is expected to be completed by fall 2025
• ·A city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant
• ·A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer