The national weather service warned of flash floods for areas prone to heavy rainfall

A local farm offered u-pick strawberry days where families could harvest their own fruitResearchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes

The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hoursA new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contenderA study revealed that drinking peppermint tea can help relieve digestive issues like bloating

A city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucksAn airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions

Scientists found that a certain type of mushroom can boost the immune system when eaten regularly

The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online storesA local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families

A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 30000 employees nationwideResearchers found that drinking herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality in older adults

The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border securityA chemical spill at a factory in the industrial area was contained with no reported health risks

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• ·A study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 37% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion school
• ·A city installed public art murals in downtown areas, attracting more tourists
• ·A school district purchased new science lab equipment for middle schools
• ·Researchers at a tech institute created a new type of flexible screen that can be folded 100,000 times without damage
• ·A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development
• ·Environmental activists organized a march in the capital to demand stricter carbon emission laws
• ·A new movie based on a popular novel premiered at a film festival
• ·A local bakery won a national award for its signature pastry at a food industry event
• ·Local police partnered with community groups to prevent gang violence
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·A tech startup developed an app that helps users find and book local home repair services
• ·A historic theater was restored to its original 1920s design after a year-long project
• ·A charity organized a clothing drive to collect winter coats for homeless individuals
• ·Pharmacy offers free delivery of prescription medications for homebound patients
• ·The university announced a new scholarship program for students studying environmental science