The central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchasesA university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate change

A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driverA study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry

A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 peopleA farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture practices

A fashion designer collaborated with a popular influencer to create a limited-edition clothing line

A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community useA bakery started offering catering services for events

A construction company built a new fire station in a growing neighborhoodA smartphone company released a new accessory for its phones

A farmers market started a program to help small farmers sell their productsA hospital purchased new medical equipment to improve patient care

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• ·Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per year
• ·A new subway line opened in the city today, reducing commute times for over 50,000 daily riders by an average of 30 minutes.
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·The government launched a public awareness campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing depression symptoms
• ·A city added more parking spaces downtown
• ·A study showed that group study sessions help students get better grades
• ·Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star system
• ·A local theater announced it will show classic movies every weekend during the winter
• ·A restaurant started offering takeout and delivery services that now make up 30% of its sales
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·The government built new affordable housing complexes in urban areas with high rent costs
• ·The government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest
• ·The government provided grants to small businesses affected by recent natural disasters
• ·A software company fixed bugs in its program
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks from 4 to 6 PM daily