A new app was released to help people learn foreign languages

A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centersWeather experts reported that this year’s spring has been the wettest in 50 years

A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet ownersResearchers discovered that drinking green tea regularly may lower the risk of certain cancersThe city’s public transport system announced it will add more night buses on weekends

A major airline launched new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelersA local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rights

The stock market experienced a small dip after news of a potential trade dispute

A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean waterPet sitting service expands to offer more flexible scheduling options

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms

Astronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state competition

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• ·A tech company released a software update to fix security issues in its popular app
• ·A local café introduced a new menu with vegan and vegetarian options
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with vegan pancakes and avocado toast
• ·Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe storm
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A bakery won a regional award for its chocolate cake
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave that will bring high temperatures to the central states
• ·The stock market rose 2% following the release of positive manufacturing data
• ·The city hosted a music festival with local bands and international artists performing
• ·A leading streaming service released a documentary about the history of space exploration
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve hand-eye coordination in kids
• ·A study showed that learning a musical instrument improves brain function in kids
• ·A tech company launched a new virtual reality game set in a fantasy world
• ·Coffee shop roasts its own beans on site
• ·A local school district announced it will introduce coding classes for elementary school students starting next semester
• ·A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors