A severe snowstorm hit the northern states, closing airports and schools, and leaving thousands of drivers stranded on highways.

The school board voted to update the curriculum to include more digital literacy coursesA popular social media platform introduced new features to enhance user privacy

The fire department responded to a large blaze at a commercial building downtownScientists found a link between lack of sleep and increased stress levelsThe city hosted an international conference on climate change solutions

A new study showed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than digital devicesLocal farmers markets reported a surge in customers looking for organic produce

The government passed a law to protect endangered species habitats from development

A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their daily water intakeA cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineResearchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain health

The city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholesA tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

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• ·A new species of plant was discovered in a tropical rainforest
• ·A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-books
• ·A community launched a recycling program that diverts 60% of waste from landfills
• ·Doctors issued a warning about the rise in cases of heat-related illnesses during the summer months
• ·A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels
• ·A team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that is more efficient
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting from next year.
• ·Plant store offers indoor gardening workshops for apartment residents
• ·A city added more public Wi Fi hotspots in parks and community centers
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the year
• ·A city organized a parade to celebrate its 200th anniversary
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from another museum
• ·Theater group stages free outdoor production of Shakespeare play in city park
• ·A tech company released a new virtual reality game that became popular quickly
• ·A community organization planted 200 saplings in a city park to replace trees lost to a storm
• ·A local artist painted a mural celebrating diversity