A retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charity

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobs

Local 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 inequalityThe national ballet company announced a tour of small cities to reach more audiences

A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employeesEngineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days

Local businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversaryA professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometown

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• ·A local farm started selling grass-fed beef at a nearby butcher shop expanding its customer base
• ·Study finds that learning a second language enhances cognitive function in seniors
• ·Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year
• ·A new public hiking trail opened connecting three state parks spanning 18 miles
• ·A charity raised $1.5 million to build wells in villages without clean water
• ·A charity organization launched a drive to collect books for schools in developing countries
• ·The city implemented a program to recycle electronic waste
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in the upcoming international tournament
• ·The government announced plans to repair old roads and bridges in rural areas
• ·A study showed that practicing meditation for 15 minutes daily reduces anxiety levels by 22%
• ·Police department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidents
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·The national economy grew by 3.3% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world
• ·A bakery used social media to promote its products and saw a 50% increase in online orders
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease in a top medical journal