A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students

Scientists discovered that a common herb has anti-inflammatory propertiesThe national rugby team won a close match against their biggest rivals

A local artist created portraits of community leaders to display in city hallThe government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city

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• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·A hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication
• ·Students from a university won a national science fair with their environmental project
• ·A city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·Oceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations
• ·A new report showed endangered species numbers dropped by 10% over five years due to conservation
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave with temperatures over 90 degrees
• ·A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet owners
• ·Car company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge
• ·A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levels
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two cities by 20 minutes
• ·A new study showed that air pollution from power plants affects children's academic performance
• ·Candle company donates to reforestation projects
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel set to begin filming next month
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victory
• ·Music festival adds second weekend due to high demand for tickets