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 study found that listening to classical music can improve focus while studying
• ·A large hotel chain announced plans to install solar panels on all its properties
• ·A severe snowstorm disrupted air travel with hundreds of flights canceled or delayed
• ·The country’s economy grew by 23 percent in the last quarter
• ·A charity organization supported education programs for children in poor communities
• ·The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school season
• ·A study found drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter
• ·A local business association organized a workshop for small business owners on marketing
• ·Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas
• ·Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair that taught 500 children about fire prevention
• ·A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer
• ·City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areas
• ·A city council approved a plan to plant 1,000 new trees in urban parks over the next year
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal areas due to a storm