Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller lighter and more powerful than current ones

A flood in a river valley damaged 50 homes and a local elementary schoolA startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands

Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large householdsThe World Bank provided funding to build new schools in rural areas of a developing countryA tennis player won a tournament after coming back from two sets down in the final

A museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in AthensResearchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50

The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineriesA car manufacturer unveiled a new hybrid SUV that gets 60 miles per gallon on the highway

Police arrested four suspects in connection with a series of burglaries in a wealthy neighborhoodA popular music festival announced it would add a second weekend due to high ticket demand

The national soccer team tied their final group match securing a spot in the knockout roundA pharmaceutical company received approval to sell a new drug for treating childhood asthma

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• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A popular singer announced a world tour starting in June
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping on all orders during its annual sale
• ·A major airline announced it will increase flights to popular vacation destinations during the summer months
• ·The United Nations released a report highlighting progress in global poverty reduction efforts
• ·A charity organization built shelters for homeless families in urban areas
• ·Pet groomer uses organic products for pets with allergies
• ·Real estate prices in major cities increased by 7% this year raising concerns about a potential housing bubble
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that helps the body fight off infections
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·A school district decided to extend the school day by 30 minutes to add more art and music classes
• ·A bookstore hosted a book signing event for a local author’s debut novel
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·The country’s trade deficit decreased by 8 percent this year
• ·A major retail chain revealed it will open 20 new stores in small towns across the country