The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow online

Chemists create new cleaning product that is safe for the environmentVolleyball tournament attracts teams from 20 colleges and universities

Study reveals that drinking enough water improves skin healthCandle store hosts workshop on making homemade candlesHighway department begins road improvement project on major route

Podcast releases new episode featuring interview with industry expertResearch shows that volunteering improves mental health and happiness

Pet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeA museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement

A local café donated a portion of its profits to a local animal shelter every monthEngineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean drinking

The government announced a $390 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent market changesScientists at a coastal research lab discovered higher levels of microplastics in deep-sea sediment than previously recorded

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• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for early bookings
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating nuts reduces the risk of diabetes
• ·Scientists found that certain types of music can help improve focus while studying
• ·A study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-owners
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tablets
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage their remote teams more efficiently.
• ·Study finds that listening to nature sounds reduces stress during work meetings
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1300 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Volunteers cleaned up over 2000 pounds of trash from a popular beach over a weekend cleanup event
• ·A pharmaceutical firm reported positive results from trials of a new drug for treating Parkinson’s disease
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve hand-eye coordination in kids
• ·A small town organized a annual festival celebrating local heritage and crafts
• ·Farmers collaborated with local restaurants to supply fresh ingredients
• ·A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online
• ·A tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people