The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income students

The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missionsA popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

The city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community centerArchaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman EmpireCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 110°F forcing schools to close earlyThe Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on black hole research

A local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families

A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 30000 employees nationwideTennis tournament attracts players from 30 countries to coastal city

Study shows that gardening lowers blood pressure in middle aged adultsBakery introduces vegan pastries made with coconut milk and oat flour

Police department launches campaign against distracted walking in busy areasOpera house stages production of classic opera with digital projections

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• ·A charity collected donations of school supplies for children in developing countries
• ·A bookstore chain expanded its online platform to offer audiobooks and e-books for free to members
• ·The national rugby team won a dramatic match with a last-minute try
• ·A coffee shop started roasting its own beans on-site to ensure freshness for customers
• ·The government agreed to a $3 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund to stabilize its currency
• ·The police department launched a campaign to educate residents about preventing home burglaries
• ·A software company provided free technical support
• ·Geologists study impact of melting glaciers on sea level rise in Arctic region
• ·The city council approved funding for a new public transportation project
• ·Scientists developed a new test for early cancer detection
• ·TV network announces new crime drama series
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public library in the eastern part of town
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to vaccinate 10 million children against measles in Africa
• ·The school district launched a new program to teach students about financial responsibility
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.6 hours to 1.25 hours
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 15 new domestic routes by the end of the year