A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn production

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·A study found that reading to young children improves their language development
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·A local newspaper started a column featuring local business owners
• ·A scientist published a study showing that urban green spaces lower stress levels in city dwellers
• ·A farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier for vendors
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $1.50 next year
• ·A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%
• ·Basketball team defeats rival to win conference championship
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends and family
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community
• ·A new mobile payment app gained 1 million users within its first month of launch
• ·Scientists found that listening to soft music can help people focus while studying