Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year

Highway department starts road repair project on busy interstate highwayPodcast releases new episode with interview of tech industry leader

Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happinessPet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travelPark rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and fauna

Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farmsAstronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescope

Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet

Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skillsThe UN released a report warning that 1 million species are at risk of extinction due to human activities

A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensilsRenewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year

A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year recordA team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materials

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• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying game against a rival team
• ·A study revealed that eating a protein-rich breakfast keeps people full longer than a carb-heavy one
• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly is good for brain development in children
• ·A national park closed a section of a lake temporarily to stock it with fish
• ·Scientists discovered a way to convert plastic waste into fuel offering a solution to the global plastic pollution crisis
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits
• ·A study found drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·A bookstore chain expanded its online platform to offer audiobooks and e-books for free to members
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high fees charged by banks and credit card companies
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from a museum in Europe
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·The national soccer team won a crucial match to qualify for the World Cup
• ·A study found that reading before bed can help people fall asleep faster
• ·A sports league announced it would expand to include two new teams starting next season
• ·An international charity launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 580000 people in drought-affected areas
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local magazine to document the city’s food scene