A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn production

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·A local hockey team won the national championship for the first time in 18 years
• ·City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical tool that makes procedures less invasive
• ·Research shows that stretching after exercise reduces muscle soreness by 50 percent
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden home decor
• ·A community garden donated 220 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchen
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A restaurant added a kids eat free night on Mondays to attract family customers
• ·International leaders signed a new agreement to reduce plastic waste in ocean ecosystems
• ·Basketball team defeats rival to win conference championship
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energy
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·A museum offered guided tours in multiple languages
• ·Sports team signs star player to a five year contract
• ·A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community use
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for lung cancer that improves survival rates by 50%