A photographer hosted a "family photo day" that offered affordable photo sessions for 30 families

The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animalsA bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish, French, and Mandarin

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that break down oilThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow seasonA fashion brand announced it would stop using fur, leather, and other animal products

A hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medicationA community organized a charity walk that raised $25000 for a local children’s hospital

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

Hot weather in the northeast led to record attendance at public pools and water parksThe government built new schools in growing neighborhoods to reduce overcrowding

A museum displayed ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensA local farm offered tours to teach people about how food is grown

Researchers developed a new type of battery that is recyclableThe railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding

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• ·Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homes
• ·A popular bakery chain announced it will open 25 new locations in coastal cities next spring
• ·A study found that eating nuts regularly is good for heart health
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·A study revealed that social media use before bed can delay sleep by an average of 75 minutes
• ·The government introduced new guidelines to ensure safer working conditions for construction workers
• ·A museum displayed a rare historical artifact that had been missing for over 50 years
• ·A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 13% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global plastic waste
• ·A tech company released a new version of its software with improved features and performance
• ·A cyclist set a new national record for the 100-kilometer race
• ·A university research team found that eating one serving of berries daily can boost immune function
• ·A charity raised over $1 million to build wells for clean water in African villages
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued animals from a flooded area
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new targeted therapy drug