The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet

The country’s inflation rate decreased slightly due to stable food pricesA charity launched a program to teach digital skills to senior citizens

Scientists observed a significant increase in coral growth in protected ocean areasThe city council voted to expand public transit service to late-night hoursResearchers studied the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designerThe national hockey league started its new season with a record number of viewers

A tech company released an update to fix security vulnerabilities in its software

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by floodsThe city started a program to help homeless individuals find temporary shelter and jobs

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower cost

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• ·A city installed new bike racks throughout downtown to encourage cycling
• ·Researchers discovered that plants respond to sound waves by growing faster
• ·A local newspaper won an award for its coverage of a major local infrastructure project
• ·A major airline offered discounts on flights for travelers booking in advance
• ·The national basketball team won a key playoff game to advance to the semifinals
• ·Scientists found that listening to nature sounds while working improves productivity
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteria
• ·A construction project to renovate an old movie theater into a performing arts center began
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about recycling
• ·The stock market rose 2% following the release of positive manufacturing data
• ·A library added new audio books and e-books for users to borrow online
• ·A new shopping mall is set to open next month with over 100 stores
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local fashion school
• ·A research study found that eating nuts can reduce the risk of certain diseases
• ·Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 5 tons of waste
• ·A local farm began selling fresh produce directly to consumers through a community-supported agriculture program