Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills

A musician’s new album received five-star reviews from major music criticsA city council approved the construction of 400 new affordable housing units in the city

Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipmentA retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all orders over $30 during its summer saleA severe hailstorm with golf ball-sized hail damaged crops on 50 farms in a rural area

A study revealed that students who take breaks during study sessions retain more informationThe government passed regulations to limit the amount of sugar in children’s breakfast cereals

A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of a famous invention

A coffee shop started using coffee grounds to make fertilizer for community gardensScientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple blooms

A legendary rock band announced a reunion tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut albumThe country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter

A hospital opened a new cancer treatment center with state-of-the-art medical equipmentResearchers found that reading to young children every day improves their language skills by age five

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• ·A fire at a restaurant in the downtown area was extinguished by firefighters with no injuries reported
• ·A study found music while working increases productivity by up to 15% for some people
• ·A study found that eating a handful of almonds daily can lower cholesterol levels
• ·Local schools will introduce coding classes for elementary students starting next semester
• ·A research study found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of certain types of cancer.
• ·A coffee shop began selling breakfast burritos made with local ingredients
• ·A construction company began work on a new bridge to replace an aging structure
• ·Medical researchers found that regular yoga practice can reduce muscle soreness by 28% in athletes
• ·A university announced it will offer a new degree program in renewable energy engineering
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1300 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of Australia
• ·A musician released a cover song that went viral on social media with 2 million views
• ·A study found that taking short walks during work breaks improves productivity and focus
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults
• ·The city council voted to expand public transit service to late-night hours