Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates

The weather service warned of dangerous thunderstorms with hail and high windsCollege students won a national science competition with their invention that purifies water

A bank introduced a new checking account with no monthly fees and cashback rewardsMedical researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple flu strainsThe transit system announced plans to replace old trains with faster more efficient models

A famous actress announced she will produce a documentary about women’s rightsA study revealed that social media use can reduce face-to-face communication skills in teens

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm

A flood in a small town damaged over 150 homes and forced residents to evacuateThe United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global food waste

A cyclist won the national road race championship after a 185-mile raceA public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents

Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levelsThe city announced it will install more public charging stations for electric vehicles

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• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches in underserved neighborhoods
• ·An automaker released its first electric pickup truck with a towing capacity of 10000 pounds
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·A community garden hosted a harvest festival with live music and a potluck using garden produce
• ·A city repaired 10 miles of sidewalks to make downtown more accessible for strollers and wheelchairs
• ·Study finds that essential oils like lavender improve sleep quality
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital developed a new treatment for childhood asthma with fewer side effects
• ·A university football team won its first conference championship in 10 years
• ·A famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 31% over the past decade
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to offer free coding classes for high schoolers
• ·A team of veterinarians launched a mobile clinic to provide pet care services to rural communities
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizers
• ·Newspaper covers story of local farmer who grows organic produce
• ·The national opera company performed a new production that received rave reviews from critics