A new app was released to help people learn foreign languages

A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centersWeather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersResearchers discovered that drinking green tea regularly may lower the risk of certain cancersThe city’s public transport system announced it will add more night buses on weekends

A major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelersA local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rights

The stock market experienced a small dip after news of a potential trade dispute

A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean waterPet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms

Astronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state competition

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• ·Researchers calculated that switching to LED lights can save households $100 a year on energy bills
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses affected by recent economic downturns
• ·A charity raised money to provide scholarships for students from low-income families
• ·Biologists use drone technology to count seal populations in Arctic waters
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 48% by 2030
• ·The government announced a new grant program to support artists and cultural organizations affected by the pandemic
• ·A city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on 10 downtown buildings
• ·The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilities
• ·A city hosted a food festival that featured dishes from 40 different cultures drawing 15,000 attendees
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps people manage their daily schedules
• ·A major car brand announced plans to stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2030
• ·A restaurant started offering takeout and delivery services that now make up 30% of its sales
• ·Researchers found that reading physical books improves retention better than e-books
• ·Freelance website adds new category for graphic design services
• ·Local schools organized a field trip to a science museum
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights