A construction project to widen a major highway began, with expected completion in two years

Weather officials issued a heatwave alert for the central regionsA charity walk raised funds for medical research into childhood diseases

The university awarded scholarships to top students from low - income familiesA new bridge connecting two cities will reduce travel time by halfThe local government banned single - use plastics in public places

A tech company laid off hundreds of employees due to restructuringScientists observed a rare astronomical phenomenon in the night sky

A local bakery won an award for its traditional bread recipes

The national opera company announced a new production of a classic operaWeather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekend

University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plasticsRetailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout lines

Survey finds that 60 percent of parents prioritize outdoor play for young childrenBakery gains popularity for unique sourdough bread made with local grains

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• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A new mobile game was released, quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 50 countries.
• ·Scientists developed a new way to grow crops in areas with limited water
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·A famous singer released a new song that became a hit within hours of its release
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease in a top medical journal
• ·A construction company began work on a new highway extension that will reduce commute times by 25%
• ·Researchers found that gardening can be a therapeutic activity for people with anxiety
• ·The World Bank approved a $950 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight entertainment systems
• ·The WHO launched a program to train nurses in rural areas of Africa to improve maternal health
• ·A government agency updated its website to make it easier for people to apply for benefits
• ·Research indicates that drinking green tea may boost metabolism
• ·The government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending
• ·The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schools
• ·The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change in Paris