Podcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader

A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn productionA study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes

The government increased funding for public libraries to update their digital resources and book collectionsA museum displayed a rare collection of vintage cameras from the 19th and 20th centuriesA local bakery started selling gluten-free pastries made with almond flour and coconut sugar

Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that is 25% more efficient than older modelsThe postal service announced it would increase the price of first-class stamps by 3 cents

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Italian cuisine in the city’s historic district

Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves enough energy to power a home for 10 yearsA charity provided medical supplies to hospitals in poor areas

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 month

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• ·A sports team signed a new star player from another team
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Researchers developed a new type of fabric that repels stains and doesn’t require frequent washing
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizers
• ·A wildfire was contained after firefighters worked for a week to control the blaze
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging pregnant women and seniors to get vaccinated
• ·A school district started a summer school program for struggling students
• ·A new TV series based on a novel became popular worldwide
• ·The stock market hit a new all-time high on Monday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare companies
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new security features
• ·A city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks
• ·A fitness app added a feature that tracks users’ workout progress
• ·The WHO launched a program to train midwives in rural areas of developing countries
• ·A community center hosted a craft fair that featured works from 50 local artisans
• ·A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxes
• ·A university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineering