The World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing country

A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbsA medical study found that taking a 10-minute walk every hour improves posture and reduces back pain

The government announced plans to build a new airport in a small town to boost local tourismAn electronics company recalled a model of digital cameras due to a faulty lens that could breakStudents organized a fundraiser that raised $15000 for a local animal shelter

A professional tennis player won a major tournament for the first time in their careerScientists created a new type of battery that can store 50% more energy than current models

The police department launched a new app that lets residents report traffic violations with photos

A social media platform added a feature to let users hide posts containing certain keywordsRadio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviews

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations

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• ·Scientists identified a gene that affects how the body metabolizes sugar and fat
• ·The railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding for commuters
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this year
• ·A musician’s new album topped the charts in 12 countries within its first week of release
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app to help riders recover lost items
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by natural landscapes
• ·A major food company announced it will remove artificial colors from all its products
• ·A music festival announced plans to use solar power for its stage equipment
• ·A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman Empire
• ·Astronomers discover new exoplanet in habitable zone of distant star
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 28% over the past decade
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses adopt digital technology
• ·A construction company used 70% recycled materials to build a new community center
• ·A major car brand announced it will stop making gasoline-powered cars by 2035
• ·A snowstorm hit the northeastern states closing schools and airports