A bookstore started a program to donate books to prisons and detention centers

A bookstore expanded its children’s section to include more books in different languagesScientists discovered a new method to purify water that is cheaper and more effective than current methods

The transportation department began repairing potholes on major roads to improve driving conditionsA fashion brand announced it would stop using fur in its clothing lines to promote animal welfareA hospital launched a new program to help patients quit smoking with counseling and medication

A community organized a charity run to raise money for a local children’s hospitalA tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a foldable screen next year

Hot weather led to an increase in visits to public pools and beaches across the region

A study found that playing video games in moderation can improve hand-eye coordinationA local market started selling fresh produce directly from nearby farms

Weather forecasters warned of a cold front approaching the northern regionA team of doctors published a study on the long-term effects of a common treatment

The stock market received a boost from positive news about global tradeA charity organization built shelters for homeless families in urban areas

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• ·The national space agency planned to send a new mission to explore the moon
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a set of ancient tools believed to be 5000 years old
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers
• ·A software company released a photo-editing app with filters designed for social media
• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly is good for brain development in children
• ·Doctors created a new allergy treatment that reduces symptoms for up to two years
• ·A fire department visited local elementary schools to teach fire safety to 300+ kids
• ·A bakery started making custom birthday cakes with 3D-printed sugar decorations
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·Scientists developed a new type of solar panel that works in low-light conditions
• ·The national basketball team won a key playoff game to advance to the semifinals
• ·A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow, closing schools and government offices for two days
• ·A taxi company offered discounts to senior citizens and students to increase ridership
• ·Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles
• ·A construction company used 3D printing to build a small home in 10 days, cutting costs by 30%
• ·The stock market rebounded after a day of volatility caused by economic news