Police department launches campaign against distracted driving

A city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employmentAn airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers

A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniorsThe government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 supportA bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600

Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quicklyThe transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year

A fashion designer collaborated with a sports brand to create athletic wear for women

A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinicStudy finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent

Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this monthCoffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste

Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystemsBookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel

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• ·The government announced a $520 million program to improve rural healthcare facilities
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates
• ·Researchers found that chronic stress can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes
• ·A city launched a recycling program for plastic film and bags, which were previously not accepted
• ·Camping store sells lightweight gear for backpackers
• ·A major bookstore organized a book signing event with a best - selling author
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools highways and disrupting transit
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·A team of scientists created the first 3D-printed organ (a liver) that can function in a lab environment for up to a month
• ·The national athletics team won multiple medals at a regional event
• ·The World Bank approved a $900 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop
• ·A tech company announced it will invest $500 million in research and development to create new AI technologies.
• ·A sports brand launched a line of clothing made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·A regional summit on refugee rights concluded with a pledge to provide more humanitarian aid
• ·International leaders gathered for a summit to discuss strategies to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions.