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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• ·A restaurant added a breakfast menu that’s available all day
• ·A charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students
• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce pesticide use
• ·A taxi company added 15 electric vehicles to its fleet, cutting carbon emissions by 25%
• ·Study indicates that playing chess improves problem solving skills in elementary students
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years
• ·Online sales accounted for 35% of total retail transactions in the third quarter up from 28% last year
• ·Paramedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response
• ·Researchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness
• ·Retailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout lines
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·Public libraries extended their opening hours to meet community demand
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create online stores and sell products online
• ·A study revealed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more information
• ·The government released data showing a 3.2% increase in household income