Photography exhibit focusing on urban wildlife opens at city gallery

An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energyA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parentsA museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy mask

A local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheatEngineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5

The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours during the holiday season

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown areaLocal businesses offered discounts to customers who use public transport

The national soccer team hired a new head coach with international experienceA tech startup raised millions in funding to develop AI-powered healthcare tools

The government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinatedA new art exhibit featuring local artists opened at the city’s main gallery

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• ·A smartphone manufacturer announced a new model with a foldable screen and 5G connectivity
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting foodborne illnesses in 30 minutes
• ·A sports league changed its rules to make games more exciting
• ·Basketball team wins regional championship after overtime victory in final game
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking
• ·Researchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities
• ·A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 12-mile traffic jam during the morning commute
• ·A popular streaming service announced new original content
• ·A city planted 1,000 new trees along major streets to improve air quality and provide shade
• ·A university research team made progress in developing a vaccine for a rare viral disease
• ·A school district decided to add coding classes to the curriculum for students in grades 6 through 12
• ·A study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills faster
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature
• ·A tech company announced it will invest $670 million in research and development to create new AI technologies