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A school added a "coding club" that competed in a regional coding competitionA photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on Instagram

A hotel added a "fitness center" with cardio machines and free weights for guestsA musician released a new album that was reviewed positively by a national music magazineA construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building

A study showed that spending time with friends can improve mental health and reduce stressA small business owner expanded their online store to include international shipping

A city installed new street signs to make downtown easier to navigate

A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteriaLocal police seized over $1.2 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected trafficking ring

A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.5 hours to 1.2 hoursAn environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 28% over the past decade

A major film studio announced it will release 17 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchisesThe national economy grew by 3.3% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations

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• ·A tech company updated its software to fix bugs and improve performance
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in a decade
• ·A major tech company recalled 2 million laptops due to a battery defect that could cause overheating and fires
• ·Furniture store uses bamboo to make eco friendly bedroom sets
• ·A bakery introduced a new line of low sugar pastries
• ·Study shows that 15 minutes of daily meditation lowers anxiety levels in adults
• ·A local theater hosted a children’s play that sold out all its shows
• ·A local history museum opened a new exhibition about the city’s role in the country’s independence movement
• ·Scientists developed a new type of vaccine for a common illness
• ·A gym added a new indoor pool for swimming lessons and exercise
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skills
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.5 hours to 1.2 hours
• ·Weather forecasters predicted heavy rain for the weekend
• ·A tech company announced it will partner with a nonprofit to provide tech training to unemployed individuals
• ·Ice cream shop makes small batch ice cream with flavors like lavender honey
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 550 toys for kids in need