A severe thunderstorm hit the city, causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport.

A car manufacturer revealed a new electric SUV with a range of 400 miles per chargeLocal police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidents

Scientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plantsA charity organization launched a campaign to collect winter coats for children in low-income familiesThe national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summer

A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-booksEngineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes less noise for nearby communities

Local businesses hosted a craft fair where artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery

A professional soccer player donated $500000 to build a sports complex in his hometownResearchers detected signs of life on a distant planet through a space telescope

The city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportationA well-known actor announced his retirement from the film industry after 30 years

Doctors advised people to get vaccinated against the flu before the winter seasonThe government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportation

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• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of walnuts may lower the risk of heart disease by 24%
• ·A local market started a program to help small farmers sell their products online
• ·Inflation in food prices rose by 8% year-on-year prompting concerns about food security for low-income households
• ·A tech company collaborated with a car maker to develop self driving software for cars
• ·Radio station launches podcast series about local history and folklore
• ·A team of archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area, dating back over 2,000 years.
• ·A research study showed that eating nuts regularly may reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·A local library started a weekly storytime session for toddlers and their parents
• ·The stock market dropped 1.5% after a leading tech company reported lower-than-expected sales
• ·The national tennis team won an international tournament
• ·A community organized a cultural heritage day that celebrated the history of the area’s original residents
• ·Clothing brand launches sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A survey found that 70% of citizens support investing more in renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter