Skateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levelsA city added 15 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters

An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to attend college or universityA study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged studentsThe government invested $220 million in building new solar power plants in desert regions

A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physicsA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, and food from India

Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near elementary schools to protect childrenA local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families

A study found learning a second language improves children’s problem-solving skillsThe national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services

A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissionsA new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping

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• ·A new study showed teen social media use decreased by 8% in the past year with more time spent on outdoor activities
• ·A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after 12 days of firefighting
• ·Farmers reported higher crop yields thanks to improved irrigation systems
• ·A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and cashback rewards
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2350 years
• ·A local art gallery opened a new exhibition featuring works by female artists from around the world
• ·Television show wins multiple awards at annual entertainment ceremony
• ·A city banned parking in certain areas to make room for bike lanes
• ·A singer released a new single that topped music charts in 10 countries
• ·A clothing store had a summer sale
• ·A celebrity chef appeared on a cooking show to demonstrate how to make a holiday feast
• ·A university’s soccer team won the national championship
• ·The national basketball team won a key qualifier match to advance to the world championship
• ·The stock market dropped slightly after news of a global supply chain issue
• ·Students organized a cultural festival to celebrate diversity
• ·A severe hailstorm hit the midwestern states damaging crops and vehicles in rural areas