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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• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting COVID-19 variants
• ·A grocery store started selling organic produce boxes delivered weekly
• ·The government announced plans to build a new high-speed rail line connecting three major cities
• ·A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 beds
• ·A tech company released a new virtual reality game set in ancient Rome
• ·Local businesses reported 20% higher holiday season sales than the previous year
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships
• ·A tech firm announced it will open a new research lab focused on developing quantum computing
• ·A taxi company offered free rides to veterans on Veterans Day as a way to show appreciation
• ·Researchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills
• ·Cycling event draws 2,000 participants for charity ride across state
• ·A museum offered guided tours in Spanish, French, and Mandarin to accommodate international visitors
• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar for guests
• ·A government program provided job training for workers in industries facing labor shortages
• ·The government increased funding for public transportation to add more buses during rush hour
• ·Car dealership offers test drives of new electric vehicles