A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companions

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower costThe school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students

Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rateThe city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

A popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its library

Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adultsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about fire prevention in wilderness areasNewspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to organic farming

Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probeCross country team wins state championship with record breaking time

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• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a remote forest
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that can control all household appliances with voice commands.
• ·A city added more parking spaces downtown
• ·A charity raised $100,000 to build a new playground in a low income neighborhood
• ·A team of engineers developed a new type of battery that can charge electric vehicles in 15 minutes, a breakthrough for the industry.
• ·A study revealed that students who participate in sports teams have better time-management skills
• ·A charity collected donations of school supplies for children in low income families
• ·A charity organization organized a fundraiser gala with celebrity guests
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of plant in a remote rainforest that has potential medicinal properties
• ·A small business owner expanded their pet store to include a grooming salon
• ·Fire department hosts open house to teach residents about fire safety
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against a seasonal virus
• ·A university research team discovered a new species of plant in a remote forest
• ·Car dealership offers low interest financing for new electric vehicles