A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groups

Local businesses sponsored a youth sports league for children ages 5 to 12The United Nations released a report on the impact of plastic pollution on marine life

A cyclist broke the national record for the 50-kilometer race by 2 minutesA library added new digital tools for students to access research databasesResearchers found that eating fatty fish twice a week can improve brain function

The city announced plans to repair 20 miles of sidewalks in residential neighborhoodsA tech company launched a new smartphone with a waterproof design and longer battery life

A thunderstorm caused power outages for 30000 residents in the central region

The government provided financial aid to ranchers affected by drought conditionsMovie studio announces release date for live action adaptation of popular animated film

Power company offers free energy audits to residential customersSurvey reveals that 60 percent of travelers plan to take international trips next year

Theater group stages free outdoor production of Shakespeare play in city parkBiologists use drone technology to count seal populations in Arctic waters

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• ·A study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills
• ·A famous novelist published a new book that focuses on environmental protection
• ·A bookstore launched a book club for seniors that meets once a month
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usual
• ·A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors
• ·Scientists at a leading university developed a new method to detect early-stage lung cancer using breath samples
• ·Skateboard competition awards $10000 prize to winner of best trick contest
• ·The postal service announced it will add 100 new delivery trucks to handle package volume
• ·A charity provided medical supplies to hospitals in poor areas
• ·Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about Leave No Trace principles in wilderness areas
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products increased by 12 percent this quarter
• ·The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·A new study showed that drinking enough water can improve metabolism and energy levels