Scientists develop rapid test for detecting COVID-19 variants

Magazine features profile of chef who uses local, seasonal ingredientsPhysicists make breakthrough in understanding dark matter

Cycling event draws 2,000 participants for charity ride across stateStudy shows that adding garlic to meals lowers blood pressure in adultsFurniture store sells eco-friendly sofas made from recycled materials

Library offers free access to online language learning toolsSkateboard competition awards $10,000 prize to professional rider

Research indicates that getting enough sleep improves creativity

Juice bar uses cold-press technology to make nutrient-rich juicesVolunteers helped repair homes for low-income families as part of a community service project

A singer released a new single that became a top hit on music charts worldwideLocal schools installed new security systems including cameras and access control doors

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

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• ·Police department implements body camera policy for all patrol officers
• ·A tech company announced it will invest $670 million in research and development to create new AI technologies
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast improves concentration in elementary school students
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 15 new domestic routes by the end of the year
• ·Online sales accounted for 35% of total retail transactions in the third quarter up from 28% last year
• ·The postal service announced it would expand its package delivery service to more rural areas
• ·The city’s public transport system launched an app to track buses
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves job prospects for young adults
• ·The school board approved plans to build a new elementary school in a growing neighborhood
• ·A city launched a program to help refugees integrate into society with language classes and job training
• ·The city council voted to build new library branches in low-income neighborhoods
• ·The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global health emergency due to the spread of a new infectious disease variant.
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help animals find permanent homes
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·A study revealed that pet ownership can reduce loneliness in seniors by 40%