The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A 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 onlineThe railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendResearchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults

A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikesAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

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• ·A major airline announced new direct flights to several European cities to meet travel demand
• ·Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5
• ·The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of four or more
• ·A clothing store donated a portion of its sales to a charity that supports homeless youth
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park
• ·A gym offered personal training sessions
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezes
• ·A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries to cater to customers with dietary restrictions
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered sea turtles from habitat loss
• ·A popular coffee chain announced it will open 15 new locations in small cities this year
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s art program
• ·Furniture store uses bamboo to make eco friendly bedroom sets