A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companions

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower costThe school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students

Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rateThe city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

A popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its library

Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adultsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about fire prevention in wilderness areasNewspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to organic farming

Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probeCross country team wins state championship with record breaking time

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• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of five from a burning apartment building in the early morning
• ·A new TV series based on a novel became popular worldwide
• ·Book club discusses novel about social justice issues
• ·Research finds that reading before bed helps improve sleep quality in adults
• ·A local farm started selling pumpkins and gourds during the fall for Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations
• ·A study found that eating a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 30% compared to a meat-heavy diet.
• ·Study finds that reading to young children helps develop language skills
• ·The city banned smoking in all public outdoor spaces including parks and beaches
• ·A fire department responded to a small kitchen fire that was put out before it caused major damage
• ·A snowstorm hit the northeastern states closing schools and airports
• ·Video game company announces release of new fantasy game next month
• ·Scientists used stem cell technology to grow functional organ tissues in a laboratory setting
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column featuring local business owners
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new film about historical events next year
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water reduces headaches