A tech company announced it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen, set to hit stores next quarter.

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people

A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windowsA bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers

Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filterThe transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding

A fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing

A hospital launched a smoking cessation program with free nicotine replacement therapyA severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community leading to significant losses

A new survey found that 68% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programsA major bookstore chain announced it will open 12 new locations focusing on community events and local authors

A study found that urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 23% in city centersLocal police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness events

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• ·A fire department responded to a kitchen fire that was put out before it spread to other rooms
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in 15 minutes
• ·A grocery store started offering online ordering and same-day delivery for customers
• ·Study shows that eating breakfast regularly improves school performance in kids
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.8 hours to 1.3 hours
• ·A university announced it will offer a new degree program in renewable energy engineering
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees new to the area
• ·The national parliament approved a new infrastructure plan including funding for roads bridges and airports
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that can last longer than traditional ones
• ·A popular toy company released a new line of educational toys designed to help children develop STEM skills.
• ·Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young children
• ·A famous novelist announced the release of a sequel to their best-selling book next spring
• ·The city announced it will install more public Wi-Fi hotspots in parks and plazas
• ·A restaurant changed its menu to include more plant-based options after customer requests increased by 35%