A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government offices

A hospital started a program to help patients with chronic pain manage symptoms without opioidsA retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity

A heavy rainstorm caused a landslide that blocked a major highway for several hoursA study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe government announced plans to upgrade public restrooms in parks and transportation hubs

A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collectionA local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers market

Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a region

The postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines to accommodate late shoppersA major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises

The national economy grew by 3.5% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectationsA local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases

Engineers developed a new type of solar panel that is 60% more efficient than current modelsA famous athlete announced their retirement from professional sports after a 25-year career citing health issues

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• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·The railway service announced it would upgrade its trains to be more energy-efficient
• ·A city council approved a plan to build more affordable housing units to address the growing housing crisis.
• ·Scientists developed a faster test for a common respiratory illness
• ·A new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by contemporary artists from around the world
• ·A new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors
• ·A new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel
• ·The stock market fluctuated due to uncertainty about upcoming government policies
• ·The government announced a new $500 million funding package to support renewable energy projects across the country.
• ·The WHO released new recommendations for healthy eating to prevent chronic diseases
• ·A large retail company announced it will open its first store in Europe next year expanding its global presence
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stalls
• ·The space agency successfully deployed a satellite to study climate change patterns
• ·A new study showed that reading printed books improves comprehension better than digital devices
• ·A local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free
• ·The federal reserve stated it will maintain current interest rates to support economic recovery