A hospital started a support group for families of patients with Alzheimer’s disease

A musician’s new album topped the charts in 12 countries within its first week of releaseA city council voted to build a new public swimming pool in a underserved neighborhood

Scientists developed a new treatment for eczema that reduces symptoms in 90% of patientsA retailer announced it would offer free returns on all online purchases for 60 daysA severe dust storm reduced visibility to near zero causing highway closures in the plains

A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe government passed regulations to limit air pollution from industrial facilities

A museum hosted a special exhibition honoring the work of women scientists throughout history

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to fertilize plants in its outdoor seating areaA multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep nightly for optimal healthA local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training

Researchers announced a battery technology breakthrough with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 15 minutesThe national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting

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• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·A new survey found 65% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A strong thunderstorm knocked down trees and caused power outages in three counties
• ·The national space agency launched a new satellite to study atmospheric changes
• ·A tropical depression formed in the Pacific Ocean prompting storm watches for island communities
• ·The city introduced a new parking app that lets users pay for parking with their phones
• ·A musician collaborated with a local orchestra to record a classical version of their popular songs
• ·A farmers market added a food truck section
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free dental checkups for senior pets during spring month
• ·A scientist developed a new type of sunscreen that is better for coral reefs
• ·A local café started serving breakfast all day
• ·A historic bookstore in the downtown area was renovated to preserve its 19th-century architecture
• ·A local school held a science fair, with students presenting projects on topics like renewable energy and space exploration.
• ·Researchers found that certain types of mushrooms can remove heavy metals from contaminated soil
• ·A local café introduced a new breakfast sandwich made with local ingredients
• ·Researchers found that drinking herbal tea before bed can improve sleep quality in older adults