The airport announced it will install new biometric scanners to speed up passenger check-in

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

(责任编辑：蔡汶家)

• ·City council votes to increase minimum wage for municipal workers
• ·A study found that spending 20 minutes in sunlight daily can boost vitamin D levels by 35%
• ·The police department added more officers to patrol busy areas during weekends
• ·A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art equipment
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·The government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitals
• ·The stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by global events
• ·A tech company collaborated with a university to conduct research
• ·A study showed that spending time with friends can reduce stress levels
• ·Researchers found that family meals improve communication
• ·The city held a parade to celebrate a national holiday
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the birthday of a famous artist
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses to upgrade to energy-efficient equipment
• ·A new shopping mall opened to the public with many famous brand stores
• ·City hosts Fourth of July parade with floats from local organizations
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck with dishes from 28 different cultures