A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that controls all household appliances with voice commands

A large shopping center held a grand opening event with discounts and live entertainmentScientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging

Local residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lotThe national archive made thousands of historical photographs available for free onlineA major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fall

Researchers found that certain fungi can break down toxic chemicals in contaminated soilThe school board decided to add more mental health counselors to all middle and high schools

A popular social media app introduced a feature that lets users control how long they scroll

The fire department rescued several families from a burning apartment building overnightThe government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historic sites

A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in several European countriesWeather conditions caused delays in air travel across the country

A team of veterinarians opened a clinic that specializes in treating exotic petsThe stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains

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• ·Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skills
• ·A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all stores by the end of 2024
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2032 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·A photographer captured photos of a rare wildlife migration that were featured in an international nature magazine
• ·Scientists studied the impact of deforestation on wildlife habitats
• ·A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usage
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide
• ·A famous actress announced she will direct her first feature film next year
• ·The school district added a program to help students with learning disabilities succeed in class
• ·A university research team developed a new battery that charges in 15 minutes and lasts longer
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safety
• ·A new museum dedicated to modern art opened in the city center yesterday, featuring works from artists around the world.
• ·Volleyball tournament features teams from 35 colleges nationwide
• ·A cyclist won the national road race championship after a 180-mile race
• ·Scientists studied the impact of deforestation on wildlife habitats