A community group organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 300 bags of trash from local streets

A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and moodA famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 40 countries over the next 18 months

The military deployed troops to help distribute food and water in areas hit by a severe hurricaneA school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classesA startup company launched an app that connects users with local handymen for home repairs

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 108 degrees prompting heat advisoriesResearchers created a biodegradable plastic bag that breaks down in soil within three months

The government passed a law to protect endangered sea otters from oil spills and habitat loss

A restaurant chain announced it would switch to 100% cage-free eggs by the end of the yearA tech company announced it will open a new research lab focused on climate change solutions

A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six monthsA local school district introduced new mental health support programs for students and teachers

A study found spending time with grandchildren reduces depression risk in elderly adultsThe government launched a new campaign to promote recycling and reduce household waste

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• ·Scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean
• ·A city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the urban environment
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A study showed that drinking green tea regularly can improve brain function
• ·A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct chemistry experiments at home
• ·A small café started serving breakfast all day to cater to customers with different schedules
• ·A study found that storytelling can improve empathy in young children
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools including new classrooms and technology
• ·The local zoo welcomed a new baby animal born as part of a conservation program
• ·A team of veterinarians opened a clinic that specializes in treating exotic pets
• ·The city council voted to reduce taxes for small businesses
• ·A severe rainstorm hit the southern coast causing flash floods in several coastal towns
• ·The police department launched a new program to educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving
• ·A coffee chain announced it will source all its beans from sustainable farms
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted record crowds to watch top players compete