The university announced a new scholarship program for students majoring in science

College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar powerA bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and free ATM access

Medical researchers developed a new vaccine that provides long-term protection against the fluThe transit system announced plans to replace old trains with newer more efficient modelsA famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events

A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skillsThe government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm

A flood in a small town damaged over 100 homes and forced residents to seek shelter

A startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intake and stay hydratedStudy finds that peppermint essential oil improves focus and concentration

Coffee shop roasts coffee beans in small batches for freshnessElementary school takes students on field trip to local zoo for science class

Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter with designs by local designersResearch shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones

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• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by local history that topped regional music charts
• ·A new species of fish was identified in a freshwater lake
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 30%.
• ·A government program provided $50,000 grants to 20 small businesses affected by recent natural disasters
• ·Local bakery wins national award for best artisanal bread in regional competition
• ·A coffee shop introduced a new line of specialty teas
• ·A famous actor donated a large sum of money to a children’s charity
• ·Scientists study effects of different fertilizers on soil health
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decade
• ·A new report showed that the number of college graduates entering the tech industry has increased by 21% in the past year
• ·Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communities
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free laptops to students in low-income households
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight entertainment systems
• ·A city launched a bike sharing program to reduce traffic congestion
• ·The national basketball team lost its international tournament semi-final ending its championship bid
• ·A charity started a program to help children learn to read