A tech company announced it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen, set to hit stores next quarter.

A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people

A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windowsA bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers

Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filterThe transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by flooding

A fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing

A hospital launched a smoking cessation program with free nicotine replacement therapyA severe hailstorm damaged crops and vehicles in a farming community leading to significant losses

A new survey found that 68% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programsA major bookstore chain announced it will open 12 new locations focusing on community events and local authors

A study found that urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 23% in city centersLocal police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness events

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• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in regional cuisine from their home country
• ·A local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families
• ·Scientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.5% in August the lowest in a decade
• ·A grocery store started offering meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients and recipes
• ·A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·Running club hosts 5k race to raise money for local charity
• ·A major airline offered special deals for travelers booking trips in advance
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of frog in a rainforest with unique coloration
• ·City officials approved a plan to plant 5000 new trees in urban parks
• ·The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in rural areas
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults that meets once a month to discuss popular novels
• ·A cultural exchange program allowed students to travel to other countries to learn about different traditions
• ·A musician performed a free concert in the park that was attended by over 600 people
• ·The national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free online