Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy maskA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

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• ·The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertainty
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 12.5 minutes
• ·A hospital started offering virtual physical therapy sessions for patients recovering from injuries
• ·A café started serving vegan milk options, including almond, oat, and soy milk
• ·Scientists study effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on soil health
• ·The national basketball league announced it will expand to include two new teams next season
• ·A new survey found that 73% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events and activities
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution from cars affects children’s lung development by age 5
• ·Local police solved a series of burglaries in the suburbs using surveillance camera footage
• ·A tech company announced plans to open a new office in a major city on the West Coast
• ·Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect multiple types of cancer early
• ·A school started a string orchestra program, providing free instruments to students who can’t afford them
• ·Study finds that essential oils like peppermint boost energy levels
• ·The government invested in the development of wind and solar energy projects
• ·A western region drought led to water restrictions asking residents to limit usage