A severe dust storm reduced visibility to zero closing highways in the Great Plains

A study showed that learning a musical instrument improves brain function in kidsThe government passed a law to protect consumers from high credit card fees

A museum hosted a night event with live music and art displaysA local bakery started delivering bread to local restaurantsScientists discovered a new star system with three planets

The transportation department announced plans to build a new subway station in the downtown areaA fashion brand released a limited-edition collection for the holiday season

A hospital opened a new physical therapy center for patients recovering from injuries

A community center offered free yoga classes for seniorsThe government offered grants to small businesses that adopt renewable energy solutions

A streaming service added a library of classic foreign films with English subtitlesFirefighters saved a family’s pet dog from a house fire in the early morning hours

A study found that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in elderly adultsThe central bank announced it would purchase government bonds to stimulate economic growth

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• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next year
• ·A global trade agreement was signed by 19 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperation
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance by 10 percent
• ·A charity raised funds to provide college scholarships for students from low-income families
• ·A local bookstore offered a subscription service for monthly book deliveries
• ·Researchers developed a new method to turn seawater into drinking water
• ·A gym started a rehabilitation program for people recovering from injuries
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will have 12 named storms
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of green tea may reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 20%, according to a 10-year study.
• ·A popular streaming service announced new original content
• ·International aid organizations are sending supplies to areas affected by recent floods
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public schools’ science programs
• ·Candle company releases new scents inspired by mountain forests and ocean breezes
• ·The local zoo offered educational programs for school groups
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes