A severe thunderstorm hit the city, causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport.

A car manufacturer revealed a new electric SUV with a range of 400 miles per chargeLocal police started a program to distribute free bike lights to reduce accidents

Scientists discovered a new species of sea slug that can photosynthesize like plantsA charity organization launched a campaign to collect winter coats for children in low-income familiesThe national opera company announced it will perform for free in community parks this summer

A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-booksEngineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes less noise for nearby communities

Local businesses hosted a craft fair where artisans sold handmade jewelry and pottery

A professional soccer player donated $500000 to build a sports complex in his hometownResearchers detected signs of life on a distant planet through a space telescope

The city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportationA well-known actor announced his retirement from the film industry after 30 years

Doctors advised people to get vaccinated against the flu before the winter seasonThe government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportation

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• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting foodborne illnesses in 30 minutes
• ·A national forest closed several hiking trails temporarily to repair damage from a wildfire
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·Farmers in the coastal region reported higher yields of seafood due to improved aquaculture techniques
• ·A study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilities
• ·The local police arrested a suspect in connection with a recent theft
• ·Researchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness
• ·Local police started a program to teach bicycle safety to elementary school students
• ·A famous athlete announced their return to competition after recovering from a serious injury that kept them out for a year.
• ·Scientists found that listening to classical music while studying helps improve test scores
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees new to the area
• ·Sports league introduces new safety rules for youth athletes to prevent injuries
• ·Postal service hires extra staff for holiday package delivery
• ·A historic building underwent restoration to preserve its cultural heritage
• ·The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·A city installed new bike racks throughout downtown to encourage cycling