Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends

A new study showed that drinking 8 glasses of water a day improves skin hydration and elasticityThe national weather service warned of a possible tornado in the central states this weekend

Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than othersThe city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streetsA major clothing brand announced it will offer sizes from XS to 6XL to be more inclusive

Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in childrenThe government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year

A popular social media app added a feature that lets users create and share short cooking videos

Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy daysThe government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minors

A museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about historyA local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster

Researchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materialsThe railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

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• ·An energy company announced it will phase out coal power plants by 2035
• ·A team of archaeologists found ancient artifacts dating back 5000 years
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track their inventory
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within 4.5 months
• ·A local café started serving craft beer and wine in the evening
• ·A study found nuts reduce cholesterol
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make their own toys
• ·A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor helping 10 million children by 2030
• ·Postal service announces changes to delivery schedules starting next month
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of four from a burning house in the early hours of the morning
• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·A famous poet was awarded a lifetime achievement award for their contributions to literature
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce its carbon footprint by using biofuels
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2250 years