The airport announced it will install new biometric scanners to speed up passenger check-in

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

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• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden home decor
• ·A city added 10 miles of bike paths connecting residential areas to downtown
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by natural disasters
• ·A snowstorm canceled over 500 flights and closed schools in the northeast
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fabric made from recycled plastic bottles
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients manage chronic pain
• ·A new bakery opened in the neighborhood specializing in gluten-free and vegan pastries
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to compost food waste
• ·A local newspaper won a state journalism award
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its innovative take on traditional regional dishes
• ·A team of engineers developed a new type of battery that can charge electric vehicles in 15 minutes, a breakthrough for the industry.
• ·A major bookstore announced it will host monthly book clubs for different age groups
• ·A tech startup released software to help businesses manage remote teams efficiently
• ·A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closures