Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groups

A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next yearA study showed that practicing meditation for 15 minutes daily reduces anxiety levels by 22%

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed track on music platforms within 48 hoursThe military provided assistance to local authorities in evacuating residents from a flood-prone areaA school district decided to add financial literacy classes to the high school curriculum

A startup company launched an app that helps users track their daily calorie intake and exerciseA heatwave in the southwest pushed temperatures to 106 degrees for six consecutive days

Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable packaging made from sugarcane fiber

The government passed a law to protect endangered birds from illegal hunting and habitat destructionThe transportation ministry added more security personnel to public transit stations to improve safety

A famous author won a national book award for their latest novel about historical eventsA hospital started a support group for patients recovering from major surgeries

A retail store announced it would extend its opening hours during the holiday shopping seasonA severe hailstorm damaged cars and roofs in several neighborhoods across the city

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• ·A new survey found that 71% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·Movie theater shows family friendly classic films during summer break
• ·A new report showed the number of home sales increased by 12% in the past six months
• ·Local restaurants reported a 35% increase in outdoor dining reservations during the summer months
• ·The World Health Organization updated its list of essential medicines to include new HIV treatments
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels
• ·A farm started a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program where members receive weekly produce boxes
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of frog in a nearby wetland preserve
• ·A historical castle was opened to the public after restoration work
• ·Coffee shop roasts its own beans on site
• ·The prime minister held a meeting with labor leaders to discuss workers’ rights reforms
• ·The transportation agency added 18 new electric buses to its fleet to reduce carbon emissions
• ·City officials approved a $380 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A school district decided to add financial literacy classes to the high school curriculum
• ·Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year
• ·A golfer won a major tournament with a hole-in-one on the final hole