A sports equipment store started offering equipment rental services for outdoor activities

A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn productionA study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes

The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collectionsA museum displayed a rare collection of vintage cameras from the 19th and 20th centuriesA local bakery started selling gluten-free pastries made with almond flour and coconut sugar

Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that is 25% more efficient than older modelsThe postal service announced it would increase the price of first-class stamps by 3 cents

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Italian cuisine in the city’s historic district

Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves enough energy to power a home for 10 yearsA charity provided medical supplies to hospitals in poor areas

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this month

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• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses rainwater
• ·Archaeologists find ancient coins that date back to Roman Empire
• ·Geologists warn of potential earthquake risk in coastal region
• ·A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals
• ·Online retailer offers free returns on all clothing purchases
• ·The city introduced a new parking app that lets users reserve spots in advance
• ·Local school district adds mental health counselors to all middle and high schools
• ·Scientists found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure in stressed adults
• ·Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country
• ·A leading car manufacturer announced it would phase out gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035 focusing on electric cars
• ·Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back pain
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against the world champions
• ·A fast-food chain added plant-based fish sandwiches to all its locations nationwide
• ·Scientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil health
• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes