Local police started a campaign to reduce speeding in residential areas

Scientists identified a new gene that may be linked to increased resistance to certain virusesThe city council voted to add more public restrooms in downtown parks and plazas

A famous clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its profits to environmental causesResearchers found that hiking in mountainous areas improves cardiovascular healthLocal hospitals started offering free health screenings for people at risk of diabetes

The national space agency shared new data about the surface of Mars collected by a roverA popular fast-food chain added a new line of healthy salads and wraps to its menu

Scientists invented a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building windows

The school district announced it will provide free laptops to all students in grades 6-12A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer

A bookstore started a book exchange where customers can swap used books for freeA city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas

A fashion brand released a new line of activewear designed for yoga and pilatesA hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and injuries

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• ·Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into building materials
• ·An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer discounted travel packages for tourists
• ·A shortage of affordable housing forced 10,000 families to live in temporary accommodation
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·The community organized a beach cleanup that collected over 2 tons of trash
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on candle making for beginners
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help people with reading difficulties
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original TV shows and movies
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season after high ratings in its fourth season
• ·A cyclist won the national time trial championship with a time of 1 hour 15 minutes
• ·Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star system
• ·Golf tournament raises funds for after-school programs
• ·A sports team hired a new assistant coach with expertise in strength training
• ·Government invests 50 million dollars in renewable energy projects statewide
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends
• ·A charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood