Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller lighter and more powerful than current ones

A flood in a river valley damaged 50 homes and a local elementary schoolA startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing countryA tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the final

A museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensResearchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50

The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineriesA car manufacturer unveiled a new hybrid SUV that gets 60 miles per gallon on the highway

Police arrested four suspects in connection with a series of burglaries in a wealthy neighborhoodA popular music festival announced it would add a second weekend due to high ticket demand

The national soccer team tied their final group match securing a spot in the knockout roundA pharmaceutical company received approval to sell a new drug for treating childhood asthma

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• ·A university’s debate team won a national championship
• ·Bird watchers spot endangered woodpecker in national forest
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect cattle from a deadly disease
• ·A charity raised money to support animal shelters across the country
• ·University unveils new research center for renewable energy
• ·A tech startup was named one of the most innovative companies in the country by a leading business magazine
• ·Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe storm
• ·Pet store expands selection of organic food and natural toys
• ·The government announced a plan to plant 1 million trees over the next five years to combat deforestation
• ·Dance school holds winter recital with ballet and tap performances
• ·Local school board approves budget for new science labs and sports facilities
• ·A study showed that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones
• ·Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis
• ·A charity organization built a new community center with a swimming pool and gym
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will offer sizes from XS to 6XL to be more inclusive
• ·A charity started a literacy program where volunteers read to children in low income neighborhoods