Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineA drought in the western states led to water restrictions for farmers and residential users

A study found that children who read books for pleasure have higher reading comprehension skillsThe government increased funding for after-school programs to help working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts including a mummy maskA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with locally sourced wheat

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• ·Marine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 7% per year
• ·A national forest opened a new campground with facilities for RVs and tent camping
• ·Doctors recommended regular health check-ups to prevent serious diseases
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2000 years
• ·Online retailer offers free returns on all clothing purchases
• ·A study found that spending time with pets reduces stress and improves overall mental well-being
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing program with more stations
• ·The national economy grew by 3.5% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·A community organized a charity walk that raised $20000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·A local community center started offering free language classes for immigrants and refugees
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic trade agreement after three years of diplomatic negotiations
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Newspaper covers story of local farmer who grows heirloom vegetables for restaurants
• ·A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee