Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates

The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with hail and high windsCollege students won a national science competition with their invention that purifies water

A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and cashback rewardsMedical researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple flu strainsThe transit system announced plans to replace old trains with faster more efficient models

A famous actress announced she will produce a documentary about women’s rightsA study revealed that social media use can reduce face-to-face communication skills in teens

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm

A flood in a small town damaged over 150 homes and forced residents to evacuateThe United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global food waste

A cyclist won the national road race championship after a 185-mile raceA public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents

Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levelsThe city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles

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• ·Local businesses donated goods to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps trauma patients recover faster
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children every day helps develop their vocabulary
• ·Astronomers share new images of Saturn’s rings
• ·A major tech company released a new tablet with a foldable screen and enhanced processing power
• ·The national basketball team won a crucial game to advance in the tournament
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 15 new locations focusing on community events and local authors
• ·A museum offered free admission to veterans on national holidays
• ·A city installed more public restrooms in parks and downtown areas
• ·The city council approved plans to renovate the old downtown theater into a multi-purpose venue
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open 24 hours a day during the holiday shopping season
• ·The central bank announced it would purchase government bonds to stimulate economic growth
• ·A scientist developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient and less expensive to produce
• ·A city council voted to increase the minimum wage for city employees
• ·Physicists study black holes to understand universe formation
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex