A popular bookstore chain announced it would be closing several locations due to declining sales and increased competition from online retailers.

The police department launched a new campaign to raise awareness about road safety for cyclistsScientists used CRISPR technology to edit the genes of a crop to make it more resistant to pests

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energyA strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoods

Researchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novel

Doctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring seasonThe military deployed troops to help clear roads blocked by snow in mountainous regions

A school district started offering free breakfast to all students regardless of family incomeA tech startup launched an app that helps users find and book affordable local accommodations

A heatwave in the southeast pushed temperatures to record highs prompting heat safety alertsResearchers created a new type of biodegradable packaging that breaks down in six months

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• ·A new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours
• ·A new study showed that social isolation can increase the risk of mental health problems
• ·Local cafes reported a 38% increase in customers during morning hours due to new menu items
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm
• ·The national soccer team won a friendly match against a top team
• ·Chemists create new cleaning product that is safe for the environment
• ·Dietitian recommends adding chia seeds to meals for omega 3 fatty acid intake
• ·A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by local artists
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·Researchers found that exercise helps improve memory in older adults
• ·A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster
• ·A major food company recalled a batch of canned soup due to a possible contamination issue
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered birds from illegal hunting and habitat destruction
• ·A major car brand announced it will stop producing gas-powered cars by 2035
• ·Tea shop offers rare teas from remote regions of Asia