Scientists developed a new type of battery that charges twice as fast as current models

The police department launched a new app for residents to report non-emergency incidentsA social media platform introduced a feature to let users hide posts from certain accounts

An oil company announced it would cut its carbon emissions by 30% over the next decadeA heatwave forced local officials to open cooling centers for elderly and vulnerable residentsA study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in math and science classes

The government increased funding for public housing projects to address the housing shortageA museum displayed a rare historical artifact that had been missing for over 50 years

A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten-free pastries in response to customer demand

Engineers completed construction on a new dam to provide more water for agricultural useThe postal service announced it would extend delivery hours to handle the increase in online orders

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in regional cuisine from their home countryResearchers calculated that using energy-efficient light bulbs can save households $50 a year on electricity bills

A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-wasteA drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens

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• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation has health benefits
• ·Video game company announces release of new fantasy game next month
• ·A school started a recycling competition between classes to encourage more recycling
• ·Chemists create non toxic cleaning products safe for use around children and pets
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating breakfast helps children focus in school
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 35 countries over the next year
• ·A tennis player returned to competition after injury and won a tournament in their comeback
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased by 12 percent this quarter
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing homes for winter weather
• ·A school started a music program that provides free instruments to students who can’t afford them
• ·Research finds that outdoor play improves vision in young children
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city
• ·Engineers develop portable water purification system for disaster relief
• ·A famous musician released a new album after a five - year break