The city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

Researchers found that eating leafy green vegetables reduces the risk of age-related vision lossA city expanded its bike-sharing program to include electric bikes for longer trips

An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with childrenA study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching skills fasterThe government invested $300 million in building new solar energy farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at homeA community held a festival celebrating its immigrant heritage with traditional food and music

Researchers found that air pollution from traffic increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in children

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areasA study found regular yoga improves flexibility and reduces office workers’ back pain

The government launched a grant program for pandemic-affected artists and cultural groupsA new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel

A severe thunderstorm hit the city damaging trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

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• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·TV network announces new crime drama series set in small town America
• ·Dietitian recommends adding leafy greens to daily meals for iron and vitamin K
• ·Gardening center offers workshops on growing herbs indoors during winter months
• ·A luxury hotel chain announced it will eliminate single-use plastic toiletries in all rooms
• ·The country’s education system is undergoing a series of reforms
• ·A fire department contained a small wildfire in a rural area before it reached nearby homes
• ·A wildlife conservation group released 50 endangered butterflies into a protected meadow
• ·A tech startup developed a device that monitors indoor air quality and alerts users to pollutants
• ·Engineers completed construction of a new tunnel under the river to reduce traffic
• ·Pet hospital expands services to include emergency care 24 hours a day
• ·A small bakery started selling gluten-free croissants that were featured in a local food blog
• ·The local theater company announced it will perform a modern adaptation of a Shakespeare play
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rink
• ·Local apple farmers reported a 30% increase in crop yield thanks to a new pest control method