A popular bookstore chain announced it would be closing several locations due to declining sales and increased competition from online retailers.

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 popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 23 countries within 24 hours
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will source all its coffee beans from fair-trade farms by 2025
• ·A bakery used local ingredients to make its bread and pastries
• ·A musician released a new album that received positive reviews from critics
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter punishments for illegal hunting
• ·A research team studied the impact of air pollution on children’s lung development
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·Scientists found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health by reducing air pollution exposure
• ·Physicists make breakthrough in understanding dark matter
• ·TV network announces new reality show about farm life
• ·Researchers found that gardening can be a therapeutic activity for people with anxiety
• ·A study showed that group study sessions help students get better grades
• ·The city announced plans to repair 20 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods
• ·Doctors recommended that people with high blood pressure monitor their salt intake
• ·A software company released an update to its project management tool with new collaboration features