The city introduced a bike-sharing program with electric bikes for longer trips

The police department launched a new campaign to raise awareness about road safety for cyclistsScientists used CRISPR technology to edit the genes of a crop to make it more resistant to pests

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energyA strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoods

Researchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novel

Doctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring seasonThe military deployed troops to help clear roads blocked by snow in mountainous regions

A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family incomeA tech startup launched an app that helps users find and book affordable local accommodations

A heatwave in the southeast pushed temperatures to record highs prompting heat safety alertsResearchers created a new type of biodegradable packaging that breaks down in six months

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• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight can improve cognitive function in children
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop with a flexible screen
• ·Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 58% more efficient than current models
• ·A hurricane warning was issued for eastern coastal areas as a storm approaches from the Atlantic
• ·A local middle school’s science team won first place at a national STEM competition
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects people with local farmers for home delivery
• ·Music festival announces lineup including indie bands and Grammy-winning artists
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of a specific fruit may lower the risk of heart disease by 25%
• ·The national basketball team won a crucial game to advance to the continental championship
• ·The WHO released new recommendations for healthy eating to prevent chronic diseases
• ·A tech company allowed employees to work four-day weeks resulting in higher productivity
• ·The government announced grants for companies developing renewable energy technologies
• ·A charity organization built temporary housing for families displaced by a wildfire
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in rural areas