The airport announced it will install new biometric scanners to speed up passenger check-in

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

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• ·Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental health
• ·An international organization launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 560000 people in drought-stricken areas
• ·Local farmers markets reported a 35% increase in attendance this summer, as more consumers seek fresh, organic food.
• ·Bakery introduces gluten free croissants made with rice flour and tapioca starch
• ·A charity organization provided food aid to communities in need
• ·A famous author announced a new book that will be released next year after a 10-year hiatus
• ·Doctors developed a vaccine to protect children in Africa from a deadly childhood disease
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original content
• ·A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults
• ·A city installed more public trash cans to reduce litter on sidewalks
• ·Opera house partners with local orchestra for production of modern opera
• ·Basketball team wins state championship after double-overtime game
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight material for use in aircraft
• ·A famous actor starred in a new film that premiered at an international movie festival
• ·Fashion show raises money for charity with designs from local designers
• ·Researchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutes