A team of explorers completed a journey across the Arctic

Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next monthResearchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus

A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issuedThe government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spendingA new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t

A local animal shelter rescued over 130 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homesA tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter

A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035

A major airline announced it will offer free Wi-Fi on all its flights starting next yearA airline improved its customer service by adding more staff at check in counters

A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobsA university offered scholarships to students studying environmental science

A local bookstore hosted a book club for readers interested in mystery novelsA city council discussed plans to build a new community center

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• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer
• ·The national space agency shared new images of Saturn’s rings captured by a space probe
• ·A popular music festival attracted 50,000 attendees with performances from top international artists
• ·Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses to upgrade to energy-efficient equipment
• ·Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide
• ·The national economy grew by 3.6% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·The government launched a $2 billion stimulus package to support small businesses affected by the recent recession
• ·The government announced a new plan to reduce student loan debt
• ·Engineers designed a new bridge that can withstand severe weather conditions
• ·Scientists created a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in under 30 minutes
• ·Researchers found that chronic stress can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy
• ·Scientists observed that a species of bird is migrating earlier due to warmer springs
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by natural disasters
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued animals from a flooded area