Scientists identified a new gene linked to increased resistance to common respiratory illnesses

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft constructionThe school district added a course on climate change to the science curriculum

Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brainThe government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas

A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages

Doctors developed a new cream to treat psoriasis that has fewer side effectsA wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests

A software company offered a free trial of its programA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a benefit concertA study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books

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• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishments
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 15 new stores in small towns
• ·A study found that owning a pet improves mental health in seniors
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a tornado
• ·The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western states
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·The national weather service issued an extreme heat advisory for the southern states this week
• ·Study reveals that family vacations strengthen parent child relationships
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits
• ·A research team developed a new vaccine for a common childhood illness with 95% effectiveness
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 60 countries
• ·A drought in the southwest led to the cancellation of outdoor water use for landscaping
• ·A research team found a way to reduce the cost of renewable energy production
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·The stock market fluctuated due to uncertainty about interest rate changes