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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• ·A taxi company started offering late-night safe rides for students working evening shifts
• ·A severe rainstorm hit the southern coast causing flash floods in several coastal towns
• ·A popular streaming service added 100 new documentaries about environmental issues
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·The local zoo planned to build a new aviary for its collection of rare birds
• ·The city announced it will install 500 new public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·A bookstore started a book club for young adults
• ·A pet rescue organization started a pet food bank to help low-income pet owners feed their animals
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping on all orders over $75
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·Fire department gives away free fire safety kits to families
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students
• ·A renowned painter’s latest collection went on display at a major art gallery in the city center
• ·A drought in the western states led to reduced crop yields for local farmers
• ·A large hotel chain opened a new resort in a coastal town
• ·A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable packaging for food products