Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year

Highway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highwayPodcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader

Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happinessPet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsThe UN released a report warning that 1 million species are at risk of extinction due to human activities

A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensilsRenewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year recordA team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materials

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• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for 50000 residents in the central region
• ·A team of veterinarians launched a mobile clinic to provide pet care services to rural communities
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in local cuisine
• ·A medical study found that eating dark chocolate in moderation lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groups
• ·A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjects
• ·The stock market fell slightly after news of global economic concerns
• ·Electronics brand releases lightweight laptop with 24 hour battery life
• ·A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainment
• ·Physicists study black holes to understand the universe
• ·Doctors advised people with chronic conditions to get flu shots early this year
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in science fairs
• ·A large telecom company invested $1.8 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to rural areas
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%
• ·A renowned music festival revealed its lineup including Grammy-winning artists and indie bands