A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn production

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·A new study showed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks can reduce the risk of obesity in children by 40%.
• ·Farmers market introduces weekly cooking demonstrations using local produce
• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic accidents and road hazards
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic film with live orchestra accompaniment
• ·Sports team signs star player to a five year contract
• ·Environmental groups protested against a new industrial project near a protected forest
• ·A new survey found 65% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Research shows that stretching after exercise reduces muscle soreness by 50 percent
• ·The school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students
• ·A coffee shop introduced a seasonal peppermint mocha that became a top seller during the holidays
• ·Local police launched a program to educate teens about the dangers of drunk driving
• ·A new study showed that regular meditation can lower blood pressure in adults
• ·A luxury hotel chain planned to renovate all its hotels in the next two years
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests reduces stress hormones in the body
• ·A study found that storytelling can improve empathy in young children
• ·A tech company announced a new innovation in artificial intelligence