A taxi company started offering pet-friendly rides to allow customers to travel with their furry companions

A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticityThe government increased funding for research into treatments for rare genetic diseases

A major sports league changed its schedule to reduce the number of games played on weekendsResearchers developed a new method to turn seawater into fresh drinking water at a lower costThe school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students

Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rateThe city council banned the use of plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes

A popular streaming service added thousands of classic movies to its library

Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease in middle-aged adultsPet sitting service offers dog walking and pet feeding services

Park rangers teach visitors about fire prevention in wilderness areasNewspaper covers story of local farmer who switched to organic farming

Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probeCross country team wins state championship with record breaking time

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• ·A new zoo exhibit opened featuring rare primate species from the rainforests of Africa
• ·The city started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·The city started a program to fine people who litter in public parks
• ·A tech company donated money to a local charity that supports education
• ·A professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent race
• ·A research study showed that eating a diet rich in vegetables can reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·A multinational corporation announced it would relocate its headquarters to the city bringing 500 high-paying jobs
• ·A heatwave in the southwest caused temperatures to reach 105 degrees for seven straight days
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·A study revealed that students who participate in sports teams have better time-management skills
• ·A fashion designer created a line of adaptive clothing for people with disabilities that combines style and functionality
• ·A severe cyclone hit a coastal town, destroying dozens of homes and leaving many residents without power or clean water.
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular hearing tests to detect hearing loss early
• ·A retail company raised its employee minimum wage to $19 per hour benefiting 15000 workers
• ·Local newspaper publishes special section on local businesses celebrating 50 years
• ·A university research team found that eating dark chocolate daily can lower blood pressure slightly