Police department launches campaign against distracted driving

A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employmentAn airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniorsThe government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 supportA bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600

Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quicklyThe transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year

A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicStudy finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent

Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this monthCoffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste

Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

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• ·A research team developed a new method to detect early-stage lung cancer using a simple blood test
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Astronomers shared new images of a black hole captured by a global network of telescopes
• ·A local school district decided to adopt a four-day school week to reduce costs and improve student attendance.
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·Researchers found that eating a small amount of dark chocolate daily improves blood flow
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a local artist to create a limited-edition clothing collection inspired by the city’s skyline
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s spring season has brought more rainfall than the past decade
• ·A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning
• ·Engineers successfully tested a new earthquake-resistant building material in a simulated disaster scenario
• ·The national basketball team won a key qualifier match to advance to the world championship
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool that makes procedures less invasive
• ·A tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries
• ·A new TV show based on a true story became the most-watched program in its time slot
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness.