The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

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 disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local 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 race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineThe railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendResearchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults

A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikesAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

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• ·Researchers found that drinking herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality in older adults
• ·A new movie was praised by critics for its realistic portrayal of life in a small town
• ·The local museum hosted a lecture series featuring experts on various topics
• ·A photographer won a contest for their photo of a rare bird spotted in a local nature reserve
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be less severe than average
• ·Schools introduced a new mental health support program for students and teachers
• ·Park rangers offer night sky observation events for stargazers
• ·A community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·A bakery introduced a new flavor of ice cream for the summer season
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social isolation on mental health
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 18 new international routes next year to meet growing travel demand
• ·The country’s trade deficit decreased by 8 percent this year
• ·The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to include free Wi-Fi for all passengers
• ·A new art installation in a city square attracted thousands of visitors with its interactive design
• ·Newspaper profiles local entrepreneur who started business from garage
• ·Global oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter