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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• ·A scientist developed a portable device that tests water purity in 5 minutes
• ·Government approves funding for new high-speed rail line between two major cities
• ·Researchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on work performance
• ·A wildlife group protected endangered foxes
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·A small business owner expanded their store to include a larger selection of products
• ·A fashion brand started using recycled polyester to make its clothing
• ·Scientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening coral reefs and marine life
• ·A global climate change summit concluded with 100 countries committing to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
• ·Police arrested two suspects in connection with a string of car thefts in the suburban area
• ·Music festival announces lineup including indie bands and Grammy-winning artists
• ·A new study showed that drinking black tea regularly can lower cholesterol levels
• ·A local theater showed classic movies every Friday night during the summer
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for migraines that reduces the frequency of attacks
• ·A community organized a cultural exchange day where residents shared food, music, and traditions from their heritage
• ·A local newspaper expanded its coverage to include more small-town news