A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults

Local schools started offering after-school art programs for elementary students this weekA large telecom company invested $1.8 billion in expanding 5G network coverage to rural areas

A tropical depression formed in the Pacific Ocean prompting storm watches for island communitiesThe World Health Organization updated its list of essential medicines to include new HIV treatmentsA professional baseball player signed a seven-year contract worth $220 million with a new team

A new public bike path opened connecting downtown to suburban parks spanning 12 milesMarine researchers documented a rare sighting of humpback whales in a coastal bay

The government passed a law requiring food labels to include more detailed allergen information

A major comedy festival announced its lineup featuring 50 stand-up comedians from around the worldResearchers found that spending time in forests lowers blood pressure in adults

A famous singer performed a surprise concert for nurses and doctors at a city hospitalThe city’s public library added more e-books and online databases for students and researchers

Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint by using renewable energyWeather conditions improved allowing outdoor sports events to resume after a week of rain

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• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A fashion designer used recycled materials to create a new collection shown at a major fashion week
• ·The local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas
• ·The United Nations released a report on the impact of climate change on wildlife
• ·A startup launched an app that helps users find local farmers markets and farm stands
• ·A major airline announced it would be offering discounted fares for families traveling during school holidays.
• ·A clothing store offered free alterations for customers
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next year
• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly improves skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·Hardware store sells rain barrels to help homeowners conserve water
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in local cuisine
• ·Opera house stages new production of La Traviata with modern costumes
• ·Local newspaper publishes special edition on community history
• ·The police department added more patrol officers in busy areas on weekends
• ·A thunderstorm with strong winds knocked down trees and damaged power lines in the city
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending