The city’s public transport system added more wheelchair-accessible buses

A tech company released a new smart home device that controls lighting and temperatureScientists developed a new way to grow tomatoes in space for long-duration missions

The school district installed new security cameras in all schools to improve safetyResearchers found that reading mystery novels improves problem-solving skillsThe government launched a campaign to encourage people to eat more plant-based meals

A popular fashion brand announced it will take back old clothes to reuse or recycleDoctors developed a new vaccine to protect children from a common childhood virus

The community center hosted a job fair for people with disabilities

A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better attention spans in classThe city installed a new parking meter system that accepts credit cards and mobile payments

A major food company announced it will remove artificial colors from all its productsScientists created a new device that generates electricity from body heat

The school board approved plans to build a new high school in the growing southern neighborhoodResearchers found that cuddling with pets reduces stress hormones in the body

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• ·A drought in the west led to a ban on outdoor watering for residential and commercial properties
• ·A farm began using solar panels to power its irrigation systems
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour, with concerts scheduled in 25 countries over the next 12 months.
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered sea turtles from habitat loss
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average in most regions
• ·A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 34%
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50
• ·The city council voted to add more bike lanes to reduce traffic congestion
• ·A city launched a campaign to reduce litter in public parks
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits for the heart
• ·Chocolate shop creates artisanal chocolates with local ingredients
• ·A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025
• ·A bakery received a certificate of excellence for its sustainable business practices
• ·A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new team
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 40 percent by 2030
• ·A study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills