Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center, which includes a gym, library, and youth club.

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tabletsA tech company announced it would reduce its carbon footprint by 50% over the next five years

Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businessesA study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adultsThe government increased funding for renewable energy research to develop new technologies

A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literatureResearchers developed a new vaccine that provides protection against three different viruses

The railway service announced it would offer free travel to students during school breaks

A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the yearA new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levelsA city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime

An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next yearScientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

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• ·The stock market reached a new all-time high following positive corporate earnings
• ·A university offered scholarships to students studying environmental science
• ·Dance company performs original show about cultural heritage at national theater
• ·A major bookstore chain announced plans to open more locations in small towns
• ·A construction company used drones to inspect the roof of a historic building before repairs
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·A new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within three months
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of the flu
• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty
• ·A bookstore hosted an author Q&A event that drew over 120 attendees interested in fantasy novels
• ·A charity collected toys for hospital kids
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on interpersonal relationships
• ·A city started a bike-sharing program
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases, urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated.
• ·A popular online retailer expanded its product range to include more green products