Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste

Local police solved a theft case using DNA evidence from a crime sceneA popular coffee chain introduced a new vegan latte made with oat milk

The city council approved plans to build a new skate park in a community parkScientists identified a new species of frog in a tropical rainforest in South AmericaA classic rock band announced a farewell tour after 40 years of performing

The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this yearA hospital opened a new pediatric wing with specialized care for sick children

Researchers found that reading aloud to toddlers helps develop language skills faster

Local businesses offered discounts to customers who bring their own shopping bagsA historic library in the downtown area was renovated to preserve ancient manuscripts and books

Major retailers extended their summer sale period by two weeks to meet customer demandDoctors at a leading hospital successfully performed a rare organ transplant surgery on a child

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2.1% in July the lowest in three yearsEnvironmental activists organized a tree-planting campaign in urban parks planting 5000 trees

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• ·The police department launched a campaign to reduce traffic accidents in the city
• ·A taxi company offered free rides to veterans on Veterans Day as a token of appreciation
• ·Study finds that journaling about positive experiences boosts happiness levels
• ·A golfer won the major championship with a final-round score of 65 beating the nearest competitor by 3 strokes
• ·Engineers created a new type of solar panel that is 40% more efficient than current models
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·A professional cyclist won a prestigious race setting a new course record
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A research study showed that eating nuts as a snack can help with weight management
• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic accidents and road hazards
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·Local police started a program to teach bicycle safety to elementary school students
• ·A airline reduced its carbon emissions by using more fuel efficient planes
• ·A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 beds
• ·A library added new digital tools for students to access research databases
• ·A credit union announced it will offer student loans with no application fees or prepayment penalties