Football league announces changes to playoff format for next season

A city council approved the construction of 350 new affordable housing unitsScientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes

A retailer announced it would offer 30% off all products during its annual Black Friday saleA severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great PlainsA study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type

The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissionsA museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of female scientists in history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating area

A space agency successfully launched a satellite to monitor climate change and weather patternsA tornado touched down in a small town destroying several homes and a school

A study showed that group study sessions help students get better gradesThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in foreign languagesScientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using natural bacteria

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• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·Pet store expands selection of organic food and natural toys
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to fires
• ·Archaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry and tools at a dig site dating back 4000 years
• ·A study found that regular dancing can improve balance and reduce fall risks in seniors
• ·A charity started a program to help elderly people with home repairs
• ·A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·Experts warned that rising sea levels could submerge several coastal towns by 2050
• ·A popular streaming service added 100 new documentaries about environmental issues
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea trench off the coast of Japan
• ·Heavy rain caused mudslides that blocked roads and isolated small communities in mountainous areas
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who adopt sustainable farming practices to protect soil health
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 50 first-generation college students
• ·A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutes
• ·Running club organizes 5k race to support homeless shelter