Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%

The city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoodsA famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical event

Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this yearThe government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcareA large shopping center held a grand opening event with discounts and live entertainment

Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packagingLocal residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lot

The national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

A tech company released a software update to fix bugs in its popular appThe government provided financial assistance to small businesses damaged by a tornado

A local farmers’ market started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakersWeather forecasters warned of a cold front that will bring freezing rain to the south

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• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools to support online learning
• ·Local schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 86% the previous year
• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·A severe drought in the western states has led to water restrictions for residents and farmers, with no relief expected until winter.
• ·Hospital opens new wing dedicated to pediatric care
• ·A golfer set a new course record with a score of 61 during a professional tournament
• ·A national park started a program to protect endangered birds
• ·A team of historians published a new book about the country’s role in a major world event
• ·Toy company releases interactive robot that teaches coding to kids
• ·A study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of developing certain cancers
• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program with counseling and medication support
• ·A study showed that teachers who use games in the classroom have more engaged students
• ·Weather experts predicted a mild winter this year
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·A hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medication