Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia

A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groupsThe government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure

Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cellsA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the yearLocal police reported a 19% drop in theft cases following the launch of a neighborhood watch program

Tech giant Google unveiled a new AI tool designed to assist teachers in creating lesson plansA severe hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas

The United Nations released a report showing a 15% increase in global renewable energy adoption

A popular bakery chain announced it will open 30 new locations in coastal cities next springThe space agency announced plans to send a probe to study Jupiter’s moons

Local businesses sponsored a youth sports league for children ages 5 to 12The United Nations released a report on the impact of plastic pollution on marine life

A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutesA library added new digital tools for students to access research databases

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• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·A team of engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 50% more efficient than current models.
• ·The central bank announced it would keep interest rates stable for the next quarter
• ·Scientists discover ancient shipwreck with well-preserved artifacts in Mediterranean Sea
• ·The transportation department began construction on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic in the city center
• ·A medical study found that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves memory retention
• ·A national park closed a popular campground due to a wildfire in the surrounding area
• ·The national basketball league announced changes to its playoff format
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekends to accommodate late-night travelers
• ·A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music charts
• ·The government planned to improve healthcare services in rural areas
• ·Scientists compare yields of organic and conventional farming methods
• ·The city council voted to add more bus routes to connect suburban areas to downtown
• ·Local hospitals introduced online appointment services to make it easier for patients
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·A study found that children who play video games with their parents have stronger family bonds