The airport announced it will install new biometric scanners to speed up passenger check-in

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

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• ·Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star
• ·The community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department
• ·A government program provided job training for workers in industries facing labor shortages
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A community organized a charity walk that raised $25000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Local parks added new recreational facilities for children and families
• ·A library added new digital resources including e-books and online databases
• ·A gym offered online fitness classes for people who can’t attend in person
• ·Scientists studied the impact of urban noise on wildlife behavior
• ·A study found that volunteering can improve overall happiness and life satisfaction
• ·A new study showed that students who get enough sleep have better academic performance
• ·A local theater produced a musical that received positive reviews from local critics
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·A local bookstore offered discounts on books during a holiday sale
• ·A popular music festival attracted 50,000 attendees with performances from top international artists
• ·Skateboard competition awards $10000 prize to winner of best trick contest