A severe thunderstorm hit the city, causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport.

A car manufacturer revealed a new electric SUV with a range of 400 miles per chargeLocal police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidents

Scientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plantsA charity organization launched a campaign to collect winter coats for children in low-income familiesThe national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summer

A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-booksEngineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes less noise for nearby communities

Local businesses hosted a craft fair where artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery

A professional soccer player donated $500000 to build a sports complex in his hometownResearchers detected signs of life on a distant planet through a space telescope

The city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportationA well-known actor announced his retirement from the film industry after 30 years

Doctors advised people to get vaccinated against the flu before the winter seasonThe government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportation

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• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospital
• ·Local firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership
• ·A hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication
• ·Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents
• ·An airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·A tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years
• ·Researchers found that children who attend preschool have better reading skills by third grade
• ·Firefighters use drones to monitor wildfire spread in rural areas
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults
• ·A grocery store started offering meal prep kits with pre-chopped ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes
• ·A tech company donated money to a local charity that supports education
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help people with reading difficulties
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations