A major airline added new direct flights to tropical destinations for winter travelers

Researchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per yearA city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government officesA study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel stays

A museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitorsA local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area

Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city centerA wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeLocal farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits

The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve maternal healthA golfer won a tournament by two strokes after a final round of exceptional play

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• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses adopt digital technology
• ·Research finds that outdoor play reduces screen time for kids
• ·The space agency successfully deployed a new satellite to study climate change
• ·Police department launches app for reporting non-emergency incidents
• ·The government announced a new $600 million funding plan to support small businesses hit by recent economic downturns
• ·A local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free
• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens improves eye health in children
• ·Firefighters rescue several cats from burning apartment building
• ·A study found that listening to audiobooks can improve vocabulary retention in young adults
• ·Pet hospital expands services to include emergency care 24 hours a day
• ·A clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse
• ·A fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported
• ·The city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardens
• ·Clothing brand launches sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Local businesses are offering special discounts to attract more customers
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play string instruments