Scientists identified a new gene linked to increased resistance to common respiratory illnesses

A new study showed that air pollution from traffic affects lung health in cyclistsThe city council announced plans to build more pedestrian crosswalks in busy areas

A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planesScientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft constructionThe school district added a course on climate change to the science curriculum

Researchers found that eating dark chocolate improves blood flow to the brainThe government passed a law to limit noise from nightclubs and bars in residential areas

A popular social media platform added a new feature to block unwanted messages

Doctors developed a new cream to treat psoriasis that has fewer side effectsA wildlife conservation group worked to protect forests

A software company offered a free trial of its programA city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant

A charity organized a benefit concertA study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books

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• ·Major clothing retailers announced they will extend return windows for holiday purchases until February
• ·A drought in the west led to a ban on outdoor watering for residential and commercial properties
• ·The government announced tax breaks for families who adopt children
• ·A sports league held an all star game in a small city for the first time
• ·A farm began selling grass-fed beef at a local butcher shop
• ·A tech company announced it will open a new research lab focused on climate change solutions
• ·The city announced plans to install more streetlights to improve safety
• ·Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide
• ·A western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage
• ·The city council approved funds to repair potholes on major roads across the downtown area
• ·Local businesses sponsored a youth sports league for children ages 5 to 12
• ·The government increased funding for mental health services in rural areas with limited providers
• ·Study shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores
• ·A historical society opened a museum exhibit featuring vintage photographs of the city
• ·A study found a plant-based diet reduces type 2 diabetes risk by 30% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·Farmers cooperative reports 20 percent increase in organic vegetable sales this quarter