Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%

The city launched a program to give free bike helmets to children in low-income neighborhoodsA famous actress announced she will star in a new film based on a true historical event

Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this yearThe government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcareA large shopping center held a grand opening event with discounts and live entertainment

Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packagingLocal residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lot

The national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

A tech company released a software update to fix bugs in its popular appThe government provided financial assistance to small businesses damaged by a tornado

A local farmers’ market started selling homemade bread and pastries from local bakersWeather forecasters warned of a cold front that will bring freezing rain to the south

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• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of whole grains lowers the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·A city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucks
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver in real time
• ·A library added new digital tools for students to access research databases
• ·Magazine features profile of chef who uses local, seasonal ingredients
• ·Local police started a program to teach bicycle safety to elementary school students
• ·A bakery introduced a new flavor of bread made with local grains
• ·A farm started selling honey from its own beehives at local markets
• ·Art museum acquires rare painting by 19th century artist for its permanent collection
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel magazine
• ·A small café started hosting live music nights every Friday that increased evening sales by 45%
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·A new restaurant specializing in plant-based cuisine opened in the city center
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has tripled in the past two years
• ·Doctors warned about increased cases of respiratory illnesses linked to poor air quality
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $120 million