A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companions

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower costThe school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students

Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rateThe city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

A popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its library

Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adultsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about fire prevention in wilderness areasNewspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to organic farming

Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probeCross country team wins state championship with record breaking time

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• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation
• ·Scientists reported that coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef are showing signs of recovery
• ·A western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage
• ·A museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Roman artifacts on loan from a museum in Rome
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about a new trade agreement
• ·A new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists
• ·A local artist painted a mural celebrating diversity
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping for all online orders
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in teenagers
• ·A fire at a shopping mall was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported to shoppers or staff
• ·Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now makes up 35% of the country’s total energy production
• ·A team of scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills more efficiently
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·The government announced tax breaks for small businesses to encourage growth
• ·The Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to two scientists for their work on sustainable energy