A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past lifeLocal businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital

The United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communitiesA cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer raceA library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online

Researchers found that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids can improve brain healthThe city announced plans to repave 50 miles of roads and repair potholes

A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life

A thunderstorm knocked down trees and power lines in several residential neighborhoodsAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

A study showed that teachers who receive regular feedback improve their teaching effectivenessThe government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest

A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct chemistry experiments at homeA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music and dance from Latin America

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• ·A major tech company announced plans to invest $500 million in building a new manufacturing plant creating 2,000 jobs
• ·A university research team studied how social media affects romantic relationships
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has tripled in the past two years
• ·The transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety
• ·Study shows that owning a pet reduces loneliness in seniors
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·An airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages
• ·Train company introduces Wi Fi service on all commuter routes
• ·A study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive development
• ·Study shows that gardening increases physical activity in older adults
• ·A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that cuts travel time between two towns by 15 minutes
• ·The government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 support