The government announced a grant program to help small farmers adopt organic farming methods

A major airline revealed plans to add 18 new international routes by the end of the yearLocal police reported a 21% decrease in vandalism cases after launching a community patrol initiative

Tech giant Apple unveiled a new laptop with a more powerful chip and longer battery lifeA severe rainstorm hit the southern coast causing flash floods in several coastal townsThe United Nations released a report showing a 12% reduction in global poverty over five years

A popular burger chain announced it will open 35 new locations in western states next springResearchers found that daily consumption of berries can reduce the risk of age-related vision loss

The national soccer team won the continental championship by defeating the defending titleholders 3-1

A new study showed that 72% of employees feel more productive with a four-day workweekThe government introduced new laws to protect endangered plant species in national parks

A tech startup launched an app that connects people with local volunteer opportunitiesResearchers found that walking in forests reduces stress hormones in the body

A famous singer performed a concert to raise money for disaster reliefThe city’s public library added more online resources for students learning from home

(责任编辑：玉木宏)

• ·A community garden started a composting program to reduce waste and improve soil quality
• ·Pet groomer uses hypoallergenic products for pets with sensitive skin
• ·The space agency announced plans to study Mars for signs of past microbial life
• ·The city announced it will install 500 new public charging stations for electric vehicles
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of berries daily can boost immune system function
• ·A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection
• ·A severe rainstorm hit the southern coast causing flash floods in several coastal towns
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 10 minutes
• ·A charity organization started a job training program for the homeless
• ·A city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on 10 downtown buildings
• ·Researchers found that daily consumption of berries can reduce the risk of age-related vision loss
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden cutting boards
• ·A library started a storytime program for toddlers that meets twice a week
• ·A famous singer performed a concert to raise money for a children’s hospital
• ·Park officials close trails during nesting season to protect bird populations
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 18 new international routes by the end of the year