Hiking group discovers hidden waterfall in national forest during weekend trip

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food pricesA charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdaysResearchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagers

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designerThe national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremony

A tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodThe city hosted an international marathon with runners from over 30 countries

Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star systemThe government invested in wind energy projects to reduce reliance on fossil fuels

A tech company donated money to support coding programs in middle schoolsResearchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol

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• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic buildings
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·A tech company released an app that helps users track their carbon footprint and reduce waste
• ·Farmers used drone technology to monitor crop growth and detect diseases early
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global food waste
• ·A middle school started a robotics club that won third place in a regional competition
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this week
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·A research team developed a new method to detect early-stage lung cancer using a simple blood test
• ·A local theater hosted a festival of plays written by local playwrights
• ·Scientists developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient than current models
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in the upcoming international tournament
• ·A city council approved a plan to launch a bike sharing program with 500 bikes
• ·A school district started a program to help students with learning disabilities