A major film studio announced it will release 18 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

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

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• ·The city council approved funds to repair potholes on major roads across the downtown area
• ·A public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents
• ·A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can pick fresh herbs and vegetables for cooking classes
• ·A bakery started selling custom cupcakes with personalized designs for birthdays and events
• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic water-sharing agreement after four years of diplomatic talks
• ·A large bookstore chain opened a new branch in the shopping district
• ·A local museum opened a new exhibition showcasing ancient artifacts from around the world
• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel for use in cars
• ·An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·A tech startup announced it will release a new smart home device next quarter that controls lighting and temperature
• ·Study finds that reading to kids increases their vocabulary
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 25 first-generation college students
• ·Research finds that family game nights improve children’s problem-solving abilities
• ·A taxi company partnered with a food delivery service to offer rides alongside meal drop-offs
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users learn a new language through interactive games