Research shows that volunteering improves mental health and happiness

The city council voted to ban disposable vapes in public spacesAn oil company announced it will invest $5 billion in geothermal energy projects

A small boat capsized in a lake with all passengers rescued by a nearby rescue teamA study showed that eating breakfast within 90 minutes of waking can boost energy levelsThe postal service announced it will add 150 new delivery trucks to handle holiday volume

Volunteers cleaned up 8 miles of hiking trails in a national park removing trash and debrisA famous singer released a charity album to raise money for disaster relief efforts

Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year

Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce floodingA tech company launched a new smartwatch that monitors blood sugar levels without needles

A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 200 homes in a suburban neighborhoodThe government announced grants for farmers to switch to organic farming practices

Scientists developed a new method to remove oil spills from ocean water more efficientlyAn airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children

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• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years.
• ·A local basketball team won the national championship after a thrilling overtime victory
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 10 new locations focusing on community events
• ·Newspaper profiles local musician who won national music award
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·The government increased funding for research into treatments for Alzheimer's disease
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2032 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·A major car manufacturer unveiled its first fully electric SUV expected to go on sale in early 2025
• ·Local businesses participated in a “small business Saturday” event to boost local economy
• ·A fire department responded to a small wildfire in a rural area and contained it within hours
• ·A construction company used 3D printing technology to build a small affordable home in two weeks
• ·The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissions
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of insect in a rainforest that has unique camouflage abilities
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks near schools to keep children safe
• ·The national rugby team hired a new coach with experience in international competitions