A city council approved the construction of 350 new affordable housing units

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 bacteriaThe transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter

A fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothingA hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling

A community organized a charity walk to raise money for cancer research

A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera systemA new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences

A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flightsResearchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months

A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print runLocal residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and technology

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• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals
• ·A tech company said it will release a new foldable-screen smartphone next quarter
• ·A tech company released a new software update with improved security features
• ·A city hosted a art fair that featured works from 100 local artists and drew 8,000 visitors
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·A city improved its public transportation system by adding more buses
• ·A city banned single-use plastic straws in restaurants and cafes to reduce plastic waste
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of bird in a tropical rainforest with bright blue feathers
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brain
• ·A charity organization provided food aid to communities in need
• ·Local police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city’s suburbs.
• ·A coffee shop began selling fair-trade coffee, ensuring farmers receive a living wage
• ·The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with high winds and lightning
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original TV shows and movies
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $40 during its summer sale
• ·Study shows that listening to audiobooks improves reading comprehension