Survey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next year

A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with educational booksResearchers found that eating dark leafy greens can increase iron levels by 20% in anemic patients

The city announced it will install more public Wi-Fi hotspots in downtown areasA tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors heart rate variabilityA severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 250 homes in a suburban neighborhood

The government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic pest control methodsScientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from coastal beaches more efficiently

An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling internationally

Local police started a program to teach pedestrian safety to elementary school studentsMagazine features interview with famous chef about new restaurant

Physicists make progress in developing fusion energy as clean power sourceCycling race attracts professional riders for 100 mile course through countryside

Study shows that adding ginger to meals helps with digestion issuesFurniture store uses bamboo to make eco friendly bedroom sets

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• ·A popular restaurant was awarded a Michelin star
• ·A local artist painted a series of portraits of community leaders to display in city hall
• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policies
• ·A music award ceremony honored the top artists of the year
• ·A tech company released a new version of its software with improved features and performance
• ·The national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summer
• ·A new species of butterfly was found in a nature reserve
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends and family
• ·Marine researchers documented a rare sighting of blue whales in a coastal sanctuary
• ·Local authorities installed new traffic cameras to reduce speeding and improve road safety
• ·Automotive company recalls specific car models due to faulty brake systems
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $150 million
• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens
• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly can improve brain function in young children
• ·A café hosted a trivia night with prizes for the winning team
• ·Researchers discovered that drinking green tea daily may help lower LDL cholesterol levels in adults