Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and curbside pickup for customers

A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedulesA best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hacking

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert caveA major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities

Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hoursA famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader

A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adultsThe government launched a program to provide free mental health counseling for veterans

Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communitiesA startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes

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• ·Engineers unveiled a prototype of a zero-emission public bus designed to operate in urban areas
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress hormones
• ·A wildlife conservation group worked with local communities to protect natural habitats
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 36 countries over the next year
• ·Art museum hosts exhibit of modern artworks from emerging artists worldwide
• ·A tech company released a new app to help people manage their finances
• ·A library hosted a tech help session for seniors, teaching 50 people to use smartphones
• ·Art museum acquires rare collection of 1970s street art from international artists
• ·Park rangers offer guided hikes to teach visitors about native plants
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at local craft fairs
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories
• ·A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection
• ·Biologists study migration patterns of birds using tracking devices
• ·Dance troupe performs original choreography inspired by climate change activism
• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel and used in car manufacturing