The national basketball team qualified for the international tournament

A charity organization built a new community center with a gym and after-school programsScientists discovered a new species of beetle in the rainforests of South America

The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex with fields and courts for youth teamsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in teenage girlsA famous singer released a new single that became a top hit within days of its release

The national rugby team announced a new captain for the upcoming seasonA local farmers’ market started an online store to sell fresh produce to customers at home

The government provided grants to businesses that develop eco-friendly packaging

A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular appDance school holds recital featuring performances by 200 students

Research shows that exposure to sunlight helps regulate mood in winterCamera store offers workshop on photography skills for beginners

Animal rescue group transports injured wildlife to rehabilitation centerNewspaper publishes special section on local history

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• ·A small business owner started selling handmade candles online that shipped to 30 states
• ·Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children
• ·A tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book local experiences
• ·The public transit system added 30 new wheelchair-accessible trains to its fleet
• ·Scientists found a way to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy
• ·A clothing store started offering free alterations for customers who buy clothes in store
• ·Oceanographers study effects of ocean acidification on shellfish populations
• ·A new movie received rave reviews from critics and is being talked about as an Oscar contender
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hours
• ·A smartphone app that helps users track their fitness goals added new features
• ·Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strains
• ·Researchers developed a new type of solar panel that works efficiently even on cloudy days
• ·Research shows that regular socializing reduces risk of dementia in seniors
• ·A new high-speed train service opened connecting two major cities in 90 minutes
• ·A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employees
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic buildings