Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills

A musician’s new album received five-star reviews from major music criticsA city council approved the construction of 400 new affordable housing units in the city

Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipmentA retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all orders over $30 during its summer saleA severe hailstorm with golf ball-sized hail damaged crops on 50 farms in a rural area

A study revealed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more informationThe government passed regulations to limit the amount of sugar in children’s breakfast cereals

A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of a famous invention

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make fertilizer for community gardensScientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple blooms

A legendary rock band announced a reunion tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut albumThe country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter

A hospital opened a new cancer treatment center with state-of-the-art medical equipmentResearchers found that reading to young children every day improves their language skills by age five

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• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for off peak travel to boost ridership
• ·A city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·Scientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants grow better in poor soil conditions
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy
• ·Landslides in mountainous regions blocked four major highways stranding hundreds of drivers
• ·Local businesses supported a campaign to promote tourism in the area
• ·A local café offered free Wi Fi to customers who spend a minimum amount
• ·A tech company released a finance app that helps users track expenses and savings
• ·A study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health
• ·A major oil company announced it will invest $10 billion in renewable energy over the next decade, shifting away from fossil fuels.
• ·Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous year
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new baseball stadium for local teams
• ·The government released a new report showing that air quality in major cities has improved by 25% over the past five years.
• ·A research study found that drinking green tea may boost immune function
• ·A farm began selling homemade jams and preserves made from excess fruit to reduce food waste
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently