A major film studio announced it will release 18 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fallResearchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soil

The school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schoolsA popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scrollThe fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnight

Scientists discovered that poor posture while working at desks contributes to back painThe city hosted a global summit on reducing plastic waste in oceans and waterways

A new study showed that writing by hand improves memory retention better than typing

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to make fresh produce more accessibleThe country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter

A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gymScientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex for youth sportsResearchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers

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• ·A airline improved its customer service by adding more staff at check in counters
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial data
• ·City officials approved a plan to convert old factories into affordable housing
• ·Marine biologists discovered a new coral reef ecosystem in the Indian Ocean
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of frog in a nearby wetland preserve
• ·Ice cream shop makes homemade ice cream with local fruit
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in fusion cuisine combining two cultures
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchases
• ·A school district hired a new guidance counselor to provide support to students’ mental health and academic goals
• ·Volleyball tournament features teams from 25 colleges competing for championship
• ·An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030
• ·Global health experts release updated guidelines for managing chronic kidney disease
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease in a top medical journal
• ·The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve maternal health
• ·Research finds that spending time outdoors improves vision in children
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden home decor