The school district announced that classes will start later to improve student attendance

Coffee shop sources beans from fair-trade farms in ColombiaOceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations

Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s authorResearch shows that tai chi improves balance in seniors and reduces fall riskCar manufacturer unveils electric car with self-driving features

Volunteer group distributes blankets and food to homeless people during cold snapRadio station launches podcast about local history and folklore

Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs

Swimming team breaks state record in 200-meter freestyle relayResearchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies

A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groupsThe government announced a $480 million initiative to upgrade rural internet infrastructure

Scientists at a leading university discovered a new compound that may inhibit the growth of cancer cellsA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new domestic routes by the end of the year

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• ·Local schools will start offering after-school art classes to enhance students' creativity
• ·Scientists at a leading university developed a new method to detect early-stage lung cancer using breath samples
• ·A local theater hosted a festival featuring plays by emerging playwrights
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve public transportation for people with disabilities
• ·Study shows that owning a pet reduces feelings of loneliness in elderly adults
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments improves brain function
• ·A national park started a program to protect native plant species
• ·Researchers developed a new blood test that can detect early signs of Alzheimer’s disease with 90% accuracy
• ·Archaeologists found ancient ruins that date back over 2000 years in a small village
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Local schools installed air purifiers in classrooms to improve indoor air quality
• ·A singer released a new album that topped music charts within a week
• ·Scientists created a new method to clean up oil spills using naturally occurring bacteria
• ·Local police reported a 16% drop in traffic violations after launching a public awareness campaign
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of apples due to ideal weather conditions this year
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5 mmHg in adults with hypertension.