A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu items

The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income householdsMudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesLocal restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist seasonThe World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems

A tennis player won their 24th Grand Slam title breaking a decades-old recordA new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by contemporary artists from around the world

Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve memory in older adults

The city council voted to ban smoking in all public parks and recreational areasA car accident on a busy street caused minor delays but no serious injuries

A study showed that online learning can help students with disabilities access educationThe space agency announced plans to study Mars for signs of past microbial life

Local businesses donated goods to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on climate change impacts on coastal communities

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• ·Researchers found that air pollution can worsen asthma symptoms in children and adults
• ·A team of historians found a diary written by a nurse during World War I
• ·Scientists at a top research lab discovered a way to make solar panels 20% more efficient using recycled materials
• ·A major bookstore chain opened a new location with a café and event space
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that ferments for 48 hours
• ·A historic theater was restored to its original 1920s design after a year-long project
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of insect in a rainforest that has unique camouflage abilities
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden home decor
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet for their contributions to modern verse
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating nuts reduces the risk of diabetes
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public art installations in parks and plazas
• ·Book publisher releases young adult novel about climate activism by debut author
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in the western part of the country
• ·The mayor announced a plan to build 8000 affordable housing units over the next four years
• ·A music band announced a reunion tour after a 10-year hiatus
• ·An international charity launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 590000 people in drought-affected areas