Coffee shop sources beans directly from small scale farmers in South America

The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sectorGlobal oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter

The government launched a $2 billion stimulus package to support small businesses affected by the recent recessionA leading financial institution predicted that the country’s GDP will grow by 2.8% next year up from 2.1% this yearThe stock market reached a new all-time high with tech and renewable energy stocks leading the gains

Inflation in food prices rose by 8% year-on-year prompting concerns about food security for low-income householdsA multinational corporation announced it would relocate its headquarters to the city bringing 500 high-paying jobs

The national currency strengthened against the dollar by 1.5% following positive trade balance data

The government introduced a new tax incentive for companies that invest in renewable energy projectsA coffee shop sourced its beans from a fair-trade farm to support ethical farming practices

A university hosted a conference on climate change that brought together 500 experts from around the worldA taxi company offered discounts to senior citizens and students to increase ridership

A bakery used locally sourced ingredients to create a new line of pastries that highlight regional flavorsA city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the appearance of downtown

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• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·Doctors warned about the rise in cases of childhood obesity linked to sugary drinks
• ·A study showed that eating a protein-rich breakfast can reduce overeating later in the day
• ·A charity organization supported education programs for children in poor communities
• ·A study found daily breakfast improves high school students’ academic performance
• ·An airline announced it would add more legroom to its economy class seats starting next year
• ·Police department partners with community groups to reduce crime rates
• ·A scientist discovered a new antibiotic that can treat infections resistant to current medications
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or more
• ·Podcast interviews environmental activist about climate solutions
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local sunset that went viral on Instagram
• ·The government announced plans to build a new port to increase trade with Asian countries
• ·A construction company began work on a new community center with a gym and after-school space
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting
• ·A local artist painted a mural celebrating the city’s diversity on a downtown wall
• ·Tennis tournament attracts 10 former top 20 ranked players to compete