Doctors created a new treatment for eczema that reduces itching and inflammation

Scientists identified a new gene that may be linked to increased resistance to certain virusesThe city council voted to add more public restrooms in downtown parks and plazas

A famous clothing brand announced it will donate a portion of its profits to environmental causesResearchers found that hiking in mountainous areas improves cardiovascular healthLocal hospitals started offering free health screenings for people at risk of diabetes

The national space agency shared new data about the surface of Mars collected by a roverA popular fast-food chain added a new line of healthy salads and wraps to its menu

Scientists invented a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building windows

The school district announced it will provide free laptops to all students in grades 6-12A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer

A bookstore started a book exchange where customers can swap used books for freeA city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas

A fashion brand released a new line of activewear designed for yoga and pilatesA hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and injuries

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• ·The national weather service issued an extreme heat advisory for the southern states this week
• ·The country’s GDP grew by 2.8% in the second quarter exceeding economists’ predictions
• ·A city installed 15 new crosswalks with pedestrian-activated signals in busy commercial areas
• ·A city hosted a sports tournament that brought teams from 10 different states
• ·Juice bar adds seasonal menu items made with locally grown berries and fruits
• ·A school started an environmental club that organizes recycling drives and tree plantings
• ·A city started a composting program for residents to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·A city launched a campaign to promote local businesses
• ·A software company launched a new app that helps users track their fitness goals
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their farm of origin to support local agriculture
• ·Marine biologists found that coral reefs are recovering faster than expected in protected areas
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxide
• ·A government program provided grants to small businesses affected by natural disasters
• ·A new museum dedicated to modern art opened in the city center yesterday, featuring works from artists around the world.
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel magazine
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will have 12 named storms