A major film studio announced it will release 18 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

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• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app
• ·A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissions
• ·A library added new digital resources including e-books and online databases
• ·A study revealed that eating breakfast helps children perform better in school
• ·A musician released a live album recorded during a sold-out concert tour across the country
• ·A music festival raised $2.5 million for local animal shelters through ticket sales
• ·A construction company began work on a new bridge to replace an aging structure
• ·A museum displayed a collection of vintage toys from the 1950s and 1960s
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills
• ·Coast guard conducts hurricane drills in preparation for storm season
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Florist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations
• ·Farmers in the region reported a 20% increase in crop yields after using a new organic fertilizer
• ·Study reveals that reusable containers save households money
• ·An energy company announced it would close three coal-fired power plants and invest in solar energy
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coastal areas