The national tennis team qualified for the international tournament

A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedulesA best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hacking

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert caveA major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities

Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hoursA famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader

A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adultsThe government launched a program to provide free mental health counseling for veterans

Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communitiesA startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes

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• ·Researchers studied social media’s impact on relationships
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 12 minutes
• ·A local farm offered tours to teach people about how food is grown
• ·A restaurant started using compostable packaging for takeout orders to reduce environmental impact
• ·A local café donated a portion of its profits to a local animal shelter every month
• ·A software company launched a project management tool that integrates with Google and Microsoft apps
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that may be linked to increased resistance to certain viruses
• ·A local café donated a portion of its profits to a local animal shelter every month
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sports team’s championship win for their yearbook
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book affordable local workshops
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that is more durable and eco-friendly
• ·A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countries
• ·A new study revealed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism
• ·A tech company announced it would release a new smartphone with a better camera system
• ·Scientists discovered a new source of renewable energy in the desert