Global oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter

A software company updated its privacy policy to give users more control over their dataA community organized a festival to celebrate the region’s cultural heritage

A grocery store added self-checkout lanes to reduce wait times for customersA school started a music program that provides free instruments to students who can’t afford themA photographer won a contest for their photo of a rare bird spotted in a local nature reserve

A hotel renovated its rooms to include more energy-efficient appliances and lightingA musician performed at a charity event that raised $25,000 for a local animal shelter

A construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 50 new beds

A study found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure and reduce anxietyA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tablets

A farm installed a new irrigation system that uses 30% less water than the previous modelA taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends and family

A restaurant added a kids’ menu with healthy options like fruit cups and veggie sticksA city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year

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• ·The national basketball team lost its international tournament semi-final ending its championship bid
• ·A wildlife sanctuary opened a new exhibit featuring native birds of prey, including eagles and owls
• ·The city installed a new traffic control system to reduce traffic jams
• ·Scientists found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure in stressed adults
• ·A musician’s new album received 4-star reviews from local music critics
• ·A smartphone company offered a trade in program for old phones to reduce electronic waste
• ·Ice cream shop introduces new flavors made with local dairy and fruits
• ·Local residents voted for a new tax to fund public school improvements including classrooms and tech
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to create and share photo albums
• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening can reduce stress and anxiety
• ·The postal service introduced a new package pickup service for customers at home
• ·The national basketball league announced a new TV deal worth $1 billion
• ·The national economy grew by 3.2% last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·The national rugby team defeated their rival in a final match to win the regional trophy
• ·A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutes
• ·Track and field athletes win multiple medals at state meet