A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn production

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 monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·A heat advisory was issued for southern states with temperatures expected to reach 106°F
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests
• ·Local farmers protested against low crop prices demanding government support to cover production costs
• ·Teachers are receiving training to use new teaching methods in the classroom
• ·A charity raised $1.2 million to build schools in rural parts of India
• ·Power company invests in solar energy projects to reduce carbon emissions
• ·A fashion store started selling handmade scarves from local knitters
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and cocktails
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured fox and releases it back into wild
• ·Researchers found that singing in a choir improves mental health and reduces stress
• ·Researchers found that eating fatty fish three times a week can improve brain function by 15%
• ·Weather conditions caused delays in air travel across the country
• ·Scientists discovered a new plant that can be used to make a natural insect repellent
• ·Pet hospital offers affordable wellness plans
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying aging
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%