A small business owner expanded their pet store to include a grooming salon

Local residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lotThe national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soilThe school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schools

A popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back pain

The city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterwaysResearchers found that listening to music while studying helps improve test scores

A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all online ordersThe national tennis team won a major international tournament for the first time

A local theater hosted a festival of plays written by local playwrightsThe government introduced new regulations to ensure food is free from harmful chemicals

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• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 2,000 people
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team
• ·The foreign ministry confirmed that it had recalled its ambassador for consultations over a territorial dispute
• ·A musician performed at a local music festival alongside national acts
• ·A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools
• ·A study revealed that social media use can affect self-esteem in young adults
• ·A famous actor announced they will produce and star in a new TV series about historical events
• ·The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning
• ·A local café started offering catering services for events
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil drilling project in a protected area
• ·Scientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening the survival of shell-forming creatures
• ·Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major cities
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt sustainable farming practices to protect soil health
• ·A city improved its public transportation system by adding more buses
• ·The transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year
• ·Skateboard competition awards $5,000 prize to best amateur rider