Scientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants fight diseases

A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirementsLocal authorities opened a new shelter for homeless veterans with 75 beds

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on social justiceA fast-food chain added plant-based chicken sandwiches to all its locations nationwideResearchers found that taking short walks every hour can reduce back pain in office workers

The mayor announced a plan to plant 10000 trees in the city over the next three yearsA hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its rooms

A study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksClothing brand launches sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic

Archaeologists unearth ancient pottery fragments at site near historic villageDietitian recommends adding leafy greens to daily meals for essential nutrients

Bus company updates schedule to include more stops in suburban neighborhoodsPhotography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown

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• ·The city council approved the construction of a new hospital
• ·Researchers found that spending time gardening reduces stress levels in busy professionals
• ·A grocery store chain raised its employee discount to 30% for all full-time staff
• ·A best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activism
• ·A study revealed that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who type
• ·Physicists conduct experiments to test theories about black holes
• ·A major film festival announced its lineup including 25 international films making their debut
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps children cope with trauma
• ·A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 200 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·Postal service hires extra staff for holiday package delivery
• ·Local hospitals started offering free health screenings for people at risk of diabetes
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·A local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rights
• ·A charity organization built a new community center with a library and gym
• ·A school district hired a new nutritionist to develop healthier meal options for school cafeterias
• ·The president announced a new bilateral agreement with neighboring countries to strengthen regional security cooperation