A government program provided financial assistance to first time homebuyers

Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areasPostal service announces changes to delivery schedules starting next month

Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major citiesEngineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficientlyLibrary expands digital collection with 10000 new e books

Football league announces changes to playoff format for next seasonResearch indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism

City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles

Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figureA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classes

A startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairsA heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisories

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• ·Scientists developed a new rapid test for a viral infection that gives results in 15 minutes
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more vegetarian options
• ·A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for residents
• ·A coffee shop started using compostable cups for all its drinks
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about recycling
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·Physicists study black holes to understand universe formation
• ·A car manufacturer announced plans to release an all electric SUV next year
• ·Pet store offers grooming services for exotic pets like birds and reptiles
• ·A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses 30% less water than the previous model
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects people with volunteer opportunities
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·A fashion store started offering online styling consultations for customers who prefer shopping from home
• ·The local fire department held a fire safety training session for residents
• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a higher resolution camera and longer battery life