A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft constructionThe school district added a course on climate change to the science curriculum

Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brainThe government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas

A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages

Doctors developed a new cream to treat psoriasis that has fewer side effectsA wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests

A software company offered a free trial of its programA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a benefit concertA study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books

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• ·Lifeguards conduct water safety classes at local swimming pool
• ·A school started a garden club where students grow vegetables to sell at the farmers market
• ·Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental health
• ·A zoo opened a new exhibit featuring rare penguins from the Antarctic Peninsula
• ·A large energy company invested $3.1 billion in solar panel projects across the southwest
• ·Researchers found that chronic stress can weaken the immune system and cause illness
• ·The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change and carbon reduction
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles
• ·Major retailers announced plans to extend holiday sales to meet high consumer demand
• ·Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areas
• ·The police department launched a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidents
• ·Researchers found that social media use affects sleep patterns in young people
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produce
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make eco-friendly choices
• ·Podcast releases new episode featuring interview with industry expert
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to renovate all its locations over the next two years