A startup launched an app that helps users track their daily exercise and calorie intake

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer raceA library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain health

The city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholesThe postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the worldResearchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxide

A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employmentAn airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

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• ·Scientists found that a certain type of bacteria can help plants grow better in poor soil conditions
• ·The government passed a law to limit noise pollution from construction sites and loud events
• ·A popular online retailer offered free shipping on all orders during its annual sale
• ·The government offered tax incentives to companies that adopt environmentally friendly practices
• ·Local schools organized a field trip to a science museum
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skills
• ·Park officials close trails to protect nesting birds
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollution
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 500 bags of trash from local streets
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet
• ·Global oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter
• ·A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 15% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workers
• ·Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their reading skills
• ·A major sports league announced changes to its rules to improve player safety
• ·A local fire department rescued three people from a burning building early this morning, with no serious injuries reported.