Skateboard competition features professional riders competing for cash prizes

Researchers found that eating avocados regularly can lower bad cholesterol levelsA city added 15 miles of new bike lanes to make cycling safer for commuters

An airline announced discounted fares for students traveling to attend college or universityA study showed that teachers who use interactive whiteboards have more engaged studentsThe government invested $220 million in building new solar power plants in desert regions

A toy company released a line of building sets that teach kids about engineering and physicsA community held a cultural festival featuring traditional music, dance, and food from India

Researchers found that air pollution from factories increases the risk of respiratory illnesses in nearby residents

The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near elementary schools to protect childrenA local community started a community garden to provide fresh produce to low-income families

A study found learning a second language improves children’s problem-solving skillsThe national parliament debated a new bill to increase funding for mental health services

A major airline announced it will offer carbon offset programs for passengers to reduce flight emissionsA new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping

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• ·Researchers found a potential link between diet and reduced risk of certain diseases
• ·The school district launched a program to support students with learning difficulties
• ·A popular clothing brand announced it will phase out plastic packaging by the end of next year
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A new art exhibition featured works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a stone temple in a jungle region dating back 2500 years
• ·City launches bike sharing program with 500 stations across downtown areas
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping for all online orders
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending
• ·A school district hired a new art teacher to expand the visual arts program
• ·A restaurant added a kids’ menu with healthy options like fruit cups and veggie sticks
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on traditional pottery making led by a local artist
• ·A tech startup created a new device to monitor air quality in homes
• ·The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from industrial facilities
• ·Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a major outdoor music festival
• ·A new light rail system opened connecting the suburbs to downtown in 25 minutes