A city added more bike lanes to encourage people to cycle to work

The government passed a law requiring all new buildings to meet green energy standardsA major film festival announced its official selection including 20 international premieres

Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizersA study found that spending 20 minutes in sunlight daily can boost vitamin D levels by 30%The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missions

A popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next yearThe city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community center

Archaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman Empire

Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehiclesWeather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekend

University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plasticsRetailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout lines

Survey finds that 60 percent of parents prioritize outdoor play for young childrenBakery gains popularity for unique sourdough bread made with local grains

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• ·The city introduced a new bike-sharing program with more than 50 stations across the city
• ·A car accident on a major highway caused a 10-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour; no serious injuries were reported.
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open stores in several European countries
• ·A study found that playing board games improves family communication and bonding
• ·A major sports league announced changes to its rules to improve player safety and reduce the risk of injuries.
• ·A software company released a new tool that helps businesses track inventory
• ·A school district updated its technology infrastructure to provide faster internet access in schools
• ·Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at craft fairs
• ·Magazine features interview with famous actor about upcoming film
• ·A software company released a game app that was downloaded 300,000 times in its first month
• ·Tennis player wins first Grand Slam title after defeating defending champion
• ·An airline partnered with a rental car company to offer bundled travel packages
• ·A tech company released a new laptop model that weighs just 1.2kg and has a 18-hour battery life
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years
• ·A local café hosted a fundraiser for a local school’s music program