The city started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing

Scientists developed a new battery technology that doubles the lifespan of electric vehiclesThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energyA drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposes

A study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman Empire

A local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starterThe country’s exports increased by 15 percent in the last year

A historical monument was damaged in a storm and needs repairsDoctors advised people to get vaccinated ahead of flu season

A film studio announced plans to make a sequel to a popular movieThe city council approved a new housing development project

(责任编辑：谢玲玲)

• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature.
• ·The national basketball team won the national championship for the fifth consecutive year
• ·A hospital launched a program to help people quit smoking with free counseling and medication
• ·The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school season
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free dental checkups for senior pets during spring month
• ·A new podcast platform launched featuring exclusive content from award-winning journalists
• ·Mudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists
• ·A tech company released a new virtual reality game that became popular quickly
• ·The city council voted to give $1 million to fund public art projects like murals and sculptures
• ·A clothing store offered a sale on summer clothing to make room for fall inventory
• ·Doctors urged people to get eye exams every two years to check for vision problems and eye diseases
• ·The government passed a law to reduce noise pollution in urban areas
• ·A tech startup launched a portable device that monitors air quality in real time
• ·The government provided financial aid to families affected by natural disasters
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying airport flights
• ·A study found that eating nuts regularly is good for heart health