A city banned smoking in outdoor dining areas of restaurants

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall risk

Car manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving featuresVolunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snapRadio station launches podcast about local history and folklore

Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefsSwimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relay

Study reveals that family camping trips increase children’s appreciation for nature

Florist creates custom flower arrangements for wedding seasonLocal schools added coding classes to their middle school curriculum starting this semester

A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern statesA tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnessesA professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $190 million with a new team

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• ·A global trade agreement was signed by 21 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperation
• ·A strong earthquake struck a coastal town causing serious damage to buildings and leaving several people injured
• ·A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce pesticide use
• ·A software company introduced a new collaboration tool designed to help remote teams work more efficiently
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of butterfly in a local nature reserve
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 550 toys for kids in need
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast improves academic performance in high school students
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·A major airline announced it would be offering discounted fares for families traveling during school holidays.
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 1.5 percent in the last quarter driven by service industries
• ·A restaurant started offering vegetarian and vegan tasting menus to showcase plant-based cuisine
• ·Researchers studied the impact of diet on gut health in children
• ·Volunteers planted 15000 trees in a deforested area as part of a national reforestation project
• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more than 50 stations across the city
• ·A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skills
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for travelers who book their trips three months in advance