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 new study showed that drinking enough water can improve athletic performance
• ·The government announced tax breaks for small businesses to encourage growth
• ·A bakery began selling its products at a local farmers market which doubled its weekly revenue
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in urban neighborhoods
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·Physicists make progress in developing nuclear fusion as clean energy source
• ·Bakery makes low carb bread for customers on special diets
• ·Hospital introduces new robotic surgery system to improve precision in orthopedic procedures
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s winter will have above-average snowfall
• ·A shortage of healthcare workers in rural areas led to longer wait times for medical appointments
• ·A research team studied the impact of air pollution on respiratory health
• ·A school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated content
• ·A famous singer announced a North American tour with 25 shows scheduled next summer
• ·The community center offered free cooking classes for local residents
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for tipped workers
• ·A new study indicated that eating breakfast helps maintain a healthy weight