The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A community center organized a craft fair where local artisans sold handmade goodsA tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainment

A river in the midwest overflowed its banks causing damage to homes and farmlandA 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 minors

A museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about historyA local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster

Researchers 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 advanceA local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free

The government announced plans to repair aging roads and bridges in rural areasA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less activeA team of historians published new findings about a famous historical figure

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• ·A study found urban green spaces reduce air pollution levels by up to 20% in city centers
• ·A city added more bike repair stations in parks and near bike lanes
• ·A local farm offered tours where visitors can learn about organic farming practices
• ·Medical researchers developed a new test to detect early-stage Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems early
• ·A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film Festival
• ·Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in Colombia
• ·Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere
• ·A tech company partnered with a nonprofit organization to provide free technology to low-income families
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make their own toys
• ·A bookstore hosted a workshop on creative writing
• ·A new coffee shop opened downtown offering specialty drinks made with locally sourced beans
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that can operate efficiently in low-wind conditions
• ·Retailer launches loyalty program that rewards customers for eco-friendly purchases
• ·The public transit system started offering a monthly pass that includes free bike rentals
• ·Tea shop creates new blends using herbs grown in local community gardens