Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving shuttle services for cities

The national opera company announced a tour of small towns to make opera more accessibleA new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression

Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homesLocal businesses hosted a job fair for recent high school and college graduatesA professional athlete donated sports equipment to underprivileged youth programs

The government introduced new laws to protect workers from unfair labor practicesA bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers

Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersJuice bar adds new menu items made with local seasonal fruits

Animal shelter organizes adoption event to find homes for 50 petsNewspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area

Astronomers spot new planet that could support life in distant solar systemRunning club hosts 5k race to raise money for local charity

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• ·The transportation department added 20 new electric buses to its public transit fleet
• ·Research finds that playing guitar improves fine motor skills in children
• ·A local café started offering catering services for events
• ·A software company offered a free trial of its program
• ·The United Nations released a report warning that global temperatures could rise by 2.7°C by 2100 if current emission trends continue.
• ·Local hospitals started offering telehealth services for patients who can’t visit in person
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores, starting from next month.
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season due to high ratings and critical praise
• ·A school started a foreign language program
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·A study revealed that drinking chamomile tea before bed can help people sleep longer and better
• ·A city promoted local businesses
• ·A study found that remote work has reduced commuting-related carbon emissions
• ·The city council approved the renovation of an old historical building
• ·Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit
• ·A best-selling author announced their next book will focus on climate change activism