A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrationsTeachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons

Motorcycle show features custom bikes from local builders and national brandsResearch finds that drinking herbal tea before bed improves sleep duration in adults

Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys

Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe stormResearchers studied the effects of sleep duration on academic performance in college students

A famous actor starred in a new thriller movie that premiered at the Cannes Film FestivalThe national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year

A tech startup released a device that monitors air quality inside homesThe government provided funding to repair a historic lighthouse on the coast

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• ·A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and mood
• ·TV show wins best drama award at national entertainment awards
• ·An international aid organization delivered 15000 tons of food to a country facing severe famine due to conflict
• ·The city hosted an international film festival featuring independent films from around the world
• ·A tech company developed a new virtual reality device for entertainment
• ·A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hours
• ·City council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling
• ·A university opened a new science lab equipped with state-of-the-art technology for student research
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public education
• ·The city held a food festival with dishes from 40 different countries and live cultural performances
• ·A musician’s new song became the most-streamed track of the week on global music platforms
• ·Farmers in the northern region reported higher corn yields due to improved irrigation systems
• ·A national forest opened a new campground with facilities for RVs and tent camping
• ·A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 15000 acres
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches
• ·A popular coffee chain introduced a new menu item made with locally sourced ingredients