Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·Chemists develop new paint that cleans air pollutants when exposed to sunlight
• ·Students attended a workshop on environmental conservation
• ·A major car manufacturer unveiled its first fully electric SUV with a 500-mile range
• ·A farm began using drones to monitor crop health, reducing the need for chemical pesticides by 15%
• ·A hotel added a rooftop bar with panoramic views of the city that became a popular spot for locals
• ·A team of historians published a new book about the country’s colonial history
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that removes microplastics from drinking water
• ·A celebrity chef cooked a meal for homeless people at a shelter
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before the winter snow season
• ·Opposition leaders criticized the government’s handling of the energy crisis calling for urgent reforms
• ·A study showed that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones
• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author events to encourage reading in communities
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a protest to demand stricter regulations on plastic waste disposal
• ·A hotel began offering eco-friendly packages that include bike rentals and guided nature hikes
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·The military donated medical supplies to local hospitals struggling with high patient numbers