A local artist painted a mural celebrating the city’s immigrant communities

A retail company raised its employee minimum wage to $19 per hour benefiting 15000 workersResearchers found that a diet high in whole grains can lower the risk of heart disease

The prime minister met with international leaders to discuss climate change action plansA fire at a manufacturing plant in the industrial zone forced nearby residents to evacuateA new video streaming platform launched with exclusive content from independent filmmakers

Police arrested four suspects linked to a series of thefts in the city’s business districtThe national weather service issued a tornado warning for midwestern states

High school students won a national robotics competition with their autonomous delivery robot

A bank announced a student loan refinancing program with lower interest ratesA city installed more traffic lights in busy intersections

A tech company released a new app that helps users find local eventsA farm started selling its produce to a local grocery store chain

A museum hosted a family friendly event with hands on activitiesA airline offered discounts for passengers who book flights during off peak times

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• ·Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal properties
• ·A new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases endurance
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·The school district provided high-speed internet access to all schools to support online learning
• ·Experts warned about the increasing risk of wildfires in dry regions this summer
• ·Oceanographers discover underwater hydrothermal vents with unique microbial life
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal areas
• ·An oil company announced plans to invest $5 billion in wind energy projects
• ·A study revealed children who read 30 minutes daily have better language skills than non-readers
• ·A local market was set up to support small-scale farmers
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community use
• ·A study showed that teachers who use video lessons have more engaged students
• ·A smartphone company offered a trade in program for old phones to reduce electronic waste
• ·A flood destroyed several roads and bridges in a rural area
• ·A hospital started a telemedicine program for patients in rural areas