A city installed new bike racks throughout downtown to encourage cycling

The government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standardsA major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersA study found that spending 20 minutes in sunlight daily can boost vitamin D levels by 30%The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missions

A popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next yearThe city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community center

Archaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire

Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehiclesWeather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekend

University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plasticsRetailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout lines

Survey finds that 60 percent of parents prioritize outdoor play for young childrenBakery gains popularity for unique sourdough bread made with local grains

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• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to split fares with friends
• ·The government announced plans to repair aging water pipelines in rural communities
• ·A marathon race attracted 20,000 participants from 50 countries with the winner finishing in 2 hours 10 minutes
• ·Car companies announced a collaboration to develop affordable electric vehicles for families
• ·A new art exhibition featured works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·A scientist developed a new type of sunscreen that is better for coral reefs
• ·A team of scientists explored a remote region of the Amazon rainforest
• ·A new study indicated that keeping pets can improve the mental health of the elderly
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·The foreign ministry confirmed that it had recalled its ambassador for consultations over a territorial dispute
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses affected by recent economic downturns
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured owl and releases it into wild
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus