A fashion store donated 10% of its holiday sales to a local children’s hospital

A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 45% in adultsA local school held a charity event to raise money for children with cancer collecting over $70000

A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choicesThe national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in the upcoming international tournamentA severe flood hit a rural area destroying hundreds of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter

A new report showed that the number of college graduates entering the tech industry has increased by 20% in the past yearA famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world

Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month

Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virusThe city installed a new parking app that lets users reserve spots and pay for parking online

A major food company announced it will cut sugar in its cereals by 30% over the next yearScientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homes

The school board approved plans to build a new middle school in the fast-growing northern neighborhoodResearchers found that petting a dog for 10 minutes lowers blood pressure in stressed adults

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• ·A severe thunderstorm with hail damaged hundreds of cars and rooftops in a suburban area
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs
• ·A wildlife sanctuary rescued a rare bird
• ·A farm started a petting zoo to attract families to its property
• ·Scientists developed a new test for early cancer detection
• ·A school district started a breakfast in the classroom program to ensure students eat before lessons
• ·A tech company released a software update to fix security issues in its popular app
• ·Marine biologists discovered a new species of sea slug in the coral reefs of the Pacific Ocean
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight can improve cognitive function in children
• ·International researchers identify new protein that aids in fighting viral infections
• ·Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal properties
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for extreme heat in the coming days
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve maternal health
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts