A local school district decided to adopt a four-day school week to reduce costs and improve student attendance.

A major clothing brand announced it will offer free alterations for all customersResearchers found that playing board games improves cognitive function in the elderly

The government planned to build 5,000 new affordable housing units in urban areasA popular social media platform added a new feature to create and share photo albumsDoctors urged people to get regular skin checks to detect skin cancer early

The local museum added new hands-on exhibits for children to learn about scienceA new study showed that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than indoor workouts

The city council approved plans to renovate the old downtown theater into a multi-purpose venue

A major airline offered free upgrades to business class for passengers celebrating birthdaysA hospital started a telemedicine program, allowing patients in rural areas to consult with specialists remotely

A national forest announced it will open 20 new camping sites next year to accommodate more visitorsA fashion brand started using recycled plastic bottles to make its activewear, diverting 100,000 bottles from landfills

A city installed 15 new crosswalks with pedestrian-activated signals in busy commercial areasResearchers studied the impact of social media use on teenage mental health, finding a link between excessive use and anxiety

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• ·A study showed that spending time with friends can reduce stress levels
• ·The university signed a partnership agreement with an international institution
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and spinal cord injuries
• ·A major airline announced it would offer direct flights to four new Asian cities starting next year
• ·City officials approved a $350 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A charity started a job training program for homeless people
• ·School newsletter shares student artwork and poetry
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a deadly disease
• ·A famous author won a national book award for their latest novel about World War II
• ·A professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent race
• ·A car manufacturer revealed a new electric sedan with a 500-mile driving range
• ·A university opened a new career center to help students find internships
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a winter storm that will bring snow and ice to northern regions
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless veterans find housing
• ·A farmers market added a section for local artisans to sell handmade jewelry and crafts
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature.