A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents

A tech company collaborated with a car maker to develop self driving software for carsA farm started a petting zoo with goats, sheep, and chickens for family visits

A museum hosted a lecture by an astronaut who spent six months on the International Space StationA airline improved its on time departure rate by upgrading its scheduling softwareA charity started a housing program to help homeless individuals find and maintain apartments

A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longerA bookstore started a book exchange where customers can swap used books for free

A city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas

A fashion brand released a new line of activewear designed for yoga and pilatesThe national ballet company performed for a global audience via live stream

A research team discovered a new property of a common chemical compoundThe city held a music concert in the park for local residents

A new hotel chain offered affordable accommodation for budget travelersDoctors provided tips on how to stay healthy during the winter season

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• ·Firefighters rescued a family of five from a burning apartment building in the early morning
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects people's food metabolism
• ·Schools launched a new program to teach students about sustainable living practices
• ·Bus company introduces new app for tracking routes and arrival times
• ·A fire at a warehouse destroyed inventory for five local small businesses
• ·A local school district announced elementary coding classes starting next semester
• ·An automaker unveiled an electric SUV with a range of 450 miles and fast-charging capability
• ·The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen to prevent skin cancer
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·A fire department conducted a water rescue drill on a local lake
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a remote forest
• ·A legendary singer announced a comeback tour after 15 years of retirement
• ·The education department announced free online courses for teachers to improve digital skills
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to prevent cyberbullying among teens