A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities

A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understandingA small business owner expanded their online store to ship products to 12 countries

A city launched a recycling rewards program, giving residents discounts for proper sortingA scientist published a research paper about a new treatment for Alzheimer’s diseaseA pet store started offering "puppy training classes" for new dog owners

A restaurant started offering "chef’s table" experiences, where diners watch meals being preparedA school district updated its curriculum to include lessons on climate change and sustainability

A tech company released an app that helps users find local events like concerts and farmers markets

A community garden hosted a "tomato growing contest" with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruitsThe government announced a tax cut for middle-income families to boost consumer spending

A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’tA local animal shelter rescued over 130 abandoned pets during a winter storm appealing for foster homes

A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarterA global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035

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• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 30 minutes
• ·The World Bank approved a $650 million loan to help a country upgrade its rural healthcare clinics
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·A musician released a new single that reached the top 10 on regional music streaming charts
• ·A software company released an update to its project management tool with new collaboration features
• ·A sports equipment store sold eco-friendly gear
• ·A severe thunderstorm with strong winds knocked down power lines affecting 8000 households
• ·Medical researchers developed a new test to detect early-stage Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A team of researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills using biodegradable materials
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art installations
• ·A high school football team won the state championship for the first time in 20 years with a 21-14 victory
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·A new study showed that drinking plenty of water can improve skin hydration and elasticity
• ·A new study showed that social isolation can increase the risk of mental health problems
• ·The country’s trade deficit narrowed by 8% in the third quarter due to increased export sales
• ·The government invested millions of dollars in improving public healthcare facilities