The government passed a law to raise the minimum age for buying tobacco products to 21

The WHO released guidelines for schools to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesA soccer team signed a 17-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract

A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutesMarine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 7% per yearThe government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $1.50 next year

A music festival raised $2 million for local homeless shelters through ticket salesFarmers used artificial intelligence to predict crop diseases before they spread

A study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health

The space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor ocean currentsA study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.8 mmHg in adults with hypertension

Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth clubArchaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry

A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residentsA new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 58 countries

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• ·The government planned to build 5,000 new affordable housing units in urban areas
• ·A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults.
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online orders
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing coastal city
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with step-by-step recipes
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·A library added a new section dedicated to graphic novels and comic books
• ·Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehicles
• ·Global tech giant revealed plans to invest $2 billion in renewable energy projects to reduce its carbon footprint by 40% by 2030.
• ·A museum hosted a family friendly event with hands on activities
• ·A study found that athletes who get 8-9 hours of sleep per night perform 15% better in competitions
• ·Government approves funding for new high-speed rail line between two major cities
• ·The city announced it will install more public Wi-Fi hotspots in downtown areas
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter