Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year

Highway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highwayPodcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader

Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happinessPet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsThe UN released a report warning that 1 million species are at risk of extinction due to human activities

A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensilsRenewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year recordA team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materials

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• ·Researchers found that a plant-based diet reduces heart disease risk
• ·A heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to over 100 degrees for five consecutive days
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free coffee to passengers during morning commutes
• ·City officials approved a plan to convert old factories into affordable housing
• ·The national weather service issued a flood warning for rivers in the southern region
• ·A city started a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·Newspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home
• ·A fire department hosted a community barbecue to raise funds for new emergency gear
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic peace agreement after three years of diplomatic negotiations
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting from next year.
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its innovative farm-to-table menu
• ·The stock market rose 1.8% after a major pharmaceutical company announced a new drug
• ·Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental health
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair for kids with interactive exhibits and activities
• ·Local businesses reported a 20% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year.
• ·The city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countries