Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends

A new study showed that drinking 8 glasses of water a day improves skin hydration and elasticityThe national weather service warned of a possible tornado in the central states this weekend

Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than othersThe city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streetsA major clothing brand announced it will offer sizes from XS to 6XL to be more inclusive

Researchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in childrenThe government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year

A popular social media app added a feature that lets users create and share short cooking videos

Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy daysThe government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minors

A museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about historyA local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster

Researchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materialsThe railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

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• ·A bakery introduced a new flavor of bread made with ancient grains
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure improves mood in people with seasonal affective disorder
• ·Local police reported a 22% decrease in theft cases following the launch of a neighborhood watch program
• ·Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week
• ·The government planned to build 10,000 new affordable housing units in urban areas
• ·Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps reduce symptoms of seasonal depression
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal towns due to high tides
• ·A farm used organic farming methods to grow its crops
• ·A fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to design a clothing line
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on social justice
• ·Study shows that audiobooks help people with reading difficulties
• ·A tech company announced it will allow employees to work from home two days a week permanently
• ·Research finds that playing piano improves reading skills in kids
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults
• ·A study found that children who play team sports develop better communication skills