Skateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levelsA city added 15 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters

An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to attend college or universityA study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged studentsThe government invested $220 million in building new solar power plants in desert regions

A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physicsA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, and food from India

Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near elementary schools to protect childrenA local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families

A study found learning a second language improves children’s problem-solving skillsThe national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services

A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissionsA new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping

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• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck with dishes from 30 different cultures
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly improves skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·Plant store offers indoor gardening workshops for apartment residents
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 17% in some people
• ·A taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides
• ·A study found that eating a handful of almonds daily can lower cholesterol levels
• ·Local community groups organized a cleanup effort to remove plastic waste from the city’s main river
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra help in math and reading
• ·A bakery made custom cupcakes for events
• ·A community organized a charity walk that raised $10,000 for a local cancer research center
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve brain function
• ·Bus company updates fleet with more fuel-efficient vehicles
• ·A new survey found 80% of employees value work-life balance over high salaries
• ·Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms