Opera house stages new production of "La Traviata" with modern costumes

A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainmentA river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmland

A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levelsThe government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minorsA museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history

A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roasterResearchers developed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building materials

The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance

A new TV drama became a social media sensation with millions of viewers tweeting about itTrack and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet

Study reveals that family dinners reduce childhood obesity ratesFlorist partners with local flower farms to provide fresh seasonal arrangements

Fire department installs free smoke detectors in homes of elderly residentsBook publisher announces new children’s book series about environmental conservation

(责任编辑：Lifestyle Hacks)

• ·Community organizes river cleanup event that removes 2 tons of trash
• ·A new movie was praised by critics for its realistic portrayal of a historical event
• ·Skateboard park hosts competition with prizes for best tricks
• ·Track and field athletes win multiple medals at state meet
• ·Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.
• ·The school district announced it will provide free school supplies for all elementary students
• ·A farm started selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will expand its size range to include plus sizes
• ·A popular fast-food chain added plant-based burger options to its permanent menu
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on social media
• ·The city announced plans to repair 25 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods
• ·A charity raised money to support animal shelters across the country
• ·A local artist created a series of paintings inspired by the city’s waterfront
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs
• ·Scientists developed a way to recycle plastic into building materials
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster program to help animals find temporary homes