The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses

Art museum hosts exhibit of modern artworks from emerging artists worldwideHospital expands telemedicine services to reach patients in rural communities

Football league announces expansion with two new teams starting next seasonWeather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekendUniversity researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics

Retailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout linesSurvey finds that 60 percent of parents prioritize outdoor play for young children

Bakery gains popularity for unique sourdough bread made with local grains

Scientists discover ancient underwater volcano that was active 10000 years agoA new species of endangered sea turtle was discovered in the Pacific Ocean highlighting the need for conservation

A city implemented a congestion charge to reduce car use and lower air pollution levelsA study showed that air pollution causes 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year

A group of countries signed an agreement to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030A company developed a new type of electric vehicle battery made from recycled materials reducing environmental impact

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• ·Book publisher announces plans to release new series of children’s books
• ·The airport announced it will install new biometric scanners to speed up passenger check-in
• ·A local bookstore hosted an author signing event with a best-selling writer
• ·A charity raised funds to build schools in developing countries
• ·Doctors developed a new cream to treat eczema and other skin conditions
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a university to fund research on renewable energy
• ·A new movie received four nominations at a major film awards show
• ·A fire department hosted a fire safety fair that taught 500 children about fire prevention
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at the farmers market
• ·A doctor developed a mobile app that helps patients track their medication schedules and symptoms
• ·A bakery introduced a new flavor of bread made with local grains
• ·Researchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of heart disease by 40%
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to two leaders in environmental science
• ·A historical museum opened an exhibit about the first women to work in space
• ·Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy yoga event to raise funds