The city banned smoking in all public outdoor spaces including parks and beaches

The city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportationA well-known actor announced his retirement from the film industry after 30 years

Doctors advised people to get vaccinated against the flu before the winter seasonThe government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportationA new shopping mall opened to the public with many famous brand stores

Scientists developed a new way to recycle plastic waste into useful materialsLocal residents protested against the construction of a new factory near their community

The national library digitized a large number of old books to preserve cultural heritage

A major airline added new flight routes to several European citiesLocal authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

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• ·The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city, causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport.
• ·The national postal service announced it will increase delivery speeds for first-class mail, with most items arriving within two days.
• ·Astronomers find evidence of water on distant planet outside solar system
• ·A tech company partnered with a nonprofit organization to provide free technology to low-income families
• ·A new study showed that drinking water instead of sugary drinks can reduce the risk of obesity in children by 40%.
• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient Roman ruins in a small European village
• ·Sheriff’s office increases patrols in residential areas during holiday season
• ·Doctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back pain
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 45% since the start of the decade
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·Geologists warn of potential volcanic activity in Pacific island region
• ·A university opened a new career center to help students find internships
• ·A severe drought led to water shortages in many cities in the region
• ·Art gallery features works by local high school art students
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2300 years