The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home

A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutesMarine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 7% per year

The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $1.50 next yearA music festival raised $2 million for local homeless shelters through ticket salesFarmers used artificial intelligence to predict crop diseases before they spread

A study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart healthThe space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor ocean currents

A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the southern neighborhoodA major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities

A study found that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of respiratory infections by 34%Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 7 tons of trash

A tech startup raised $240 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.4 billionA famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie

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• ·A new study found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease by 30%
• ·A city added more bike racks near shopping centers and office buildings
• ·Fashion show raises money for women’s shelter
• ·A charity launched a program to teach digital skills to senior citizens
• ·The national rugby team announced a new captain for the upcoming season
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·A tornado touched down in a rural community yesterday, destroying 12 homes and injuring three people; emergency services are providing aid.
• ·The city council voted to improve public transportation by adding more bus routes
• ·A volleyball team qualified for the Olympic Games after winning the continental qualifier
• ·Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shopping
• ·A toy company released a new line of building sets designed to teach kids about engineering
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps users edit photos on their smartphones
• ·Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children
• ·Park rangers offer guided bird watching tours at dawn during migration season
• ·A bakery won a regional award for its chocolate cake
• ·A museum hosted a family friendly event with hands on activities