Scientists identified a new gene linked to increased resistance to common respiratory illnesses

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft constructionThe school district added a course on climate change to the science curriculum

Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brainThe government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas

A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages

Doctors developed a new cream to treat psoriasis that has fewer side effectsA wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests

A software company offered a free trial of its programA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a benefit concertA study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books

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• ·A farm began selling grass-fed beef at a local butcher shop, expanding its customer base
• ·Local police seized over $1.3 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·Heavy rain caused a river to overflow its banks flooding nearby farmland
• ·Park rangers offer night hikes to observe nocturnal wildlife
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventory
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win that were used in the team’s yearbook
• ·A bakery started making gluten free bread using ancient grains
• ·Local schools reported a 90% graduation rate the highest in four years
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature can improve immune system function by increasing the production of white blood cells.
• ·A heavy rainstorm hit the southern region causing flooding in several small towns
• ·A severe tornado touched down in a small town destroying several buildings and injuring a few residents
• ·Local farmers markets reported a surge in customers looking for organic produce
• ·Research shows that stretching after exercise reduces muscle soreness by 50 percent
• ·Local artists organized a community art project to decorate abandoned buildings
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 31% over the past decade
• ·The government announced plans to improve access to healthcare in rural areas