A tech startup created a new device to monitor air quality in homes

The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hoursA new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender

A study revealed that drinking peppermint tea can help relieve digestive issues like bloatingA city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food trucksAn airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions

Scientists found that a certain type of mushroom can boost the immune system when eaten regularlyThe government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores

A bookstore hosted a poetry slam where local poets competed for a cash prize

A local café offered a discount to customers who brought their own reusable cupsA new art museum opened in the downtown area featuring works by contemporary local artists

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmed

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• ·A new study indicated that exercise boosts the immune system
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and modern agricultural techniques
• ·The city council approved funding for a new public transportation project
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair that taught 500 children about fire prevention
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·Magazine publishes exclusive interview with Oscar winning actress about new film
• ·A hospital successfully performed a heart transplant on a 7-year-old child using a donor organ
• ·Fitness center adds new cycling studio with virtual reality rides
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that helps the body fight off infections
• ·Local businesses organized a market to sell handmade products
• ·A fire at a historic theater was contained by firefighters saving most of its original architecture
• ·Researchers found that regular strength training reduces the risk of osteoporosis in women
• ·The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance
• ·Research finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of insect in a tropical rainforest
• ·A study showed that online learning can improve access to education for rural students