The transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areas

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skillsA discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country

Researchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of developing high blood pressureThe prime minister attended an international conference on climate change and carbon reductionA fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported

A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its libraryPolice used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theft

The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning

College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar powerStudy reveals that eating breakfast improves academic performance in high school students

Pet groomer specializes in grooming anxious pets with calm handling techniquesFirefighters use thermal imaging cameras to locate missing hiker in forest

Travel magazine lists top eco friendly resorts for sustainable vacationsResearch finds that playing board games improves social skills in autistic children

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• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night, with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist.
• ·A museum offered guided tours in multiple languages
• ·Researchers found that regular exercise reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by 40%
• ·A city added 15 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help improve reading comprehension in struggling readers
• ·Researchers at a marine lab discovered a new species of coral in the Pacific Ocean, which could help restore damaged reefs.
• ·A study found that volunteering can improve overall happiness and well-being
• ·The stock market jumped 3% after a key company reported higher-than-expected quarterly profits
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against the world champions
• ·Local farmers markets reported record attendance during the summer months
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local charity to donate $1 from each drink sold on weekends
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that can last longer than traditional ones
• ·A bakery started making custom cakes for weddings and birthdays
• ·Scientists discover ancient underwater volcano that was active 10000 years ago
• ·A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with best-selling books