A global tech giant said it will invest $2.5 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 45% by 2030

The national soccer team won an important match to qualify for the next tournamentLocal businesses are offering special discounts to attract more customers

Engineers successfully tested a new renewable energy technologyA renowned author released a new novel that quickly became a bestsellerWeather forecasters warned of severe storms expected to hit the coastal areas

A charity organization raised millions of dollars to help homeless familiesThe university opened a new research center focused on artificial intelligence

A historic building underwent restoration to preserve its cultural heritage

Airlines announced additional flights to meet the increasing travel demandA winter storm dumped 18 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for two days

A tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirementsLocal authorities opened a new shelter for homeless veterans with 75 beds

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on social justiceA fast-food chain added plant-based chicken sandwiches to all its locations nationwide

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• ·Global oil prices dropped by 4% after OPEC announced plans to increase production next quarter
• ·Local farmers markets started accepting mobile payments to expand customer access
• ·A farm started selling honey sticks as a healthy snack for kids at local schools
• ·Local firefighters rescued four people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·A school started a gardening club where students grow vegetables to donate to local food banks
• ·Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%
• ·A musician released a new single that reached the top 10 on regional music streaming charts
• ·A historic theater was restored to its original 1920s design after a year-long project
• ·A city museum hosted a special exhibition on ancient civilizations
• ·Study shows that spending time gardening reduces stress hormones in adults
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·Doctors reported an increase in patients with allergies this season
• ·A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows from the 1980s and 1990s
• ·Animal shelter partners with pet stores for adoption events
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old phones and tablets
• ·A new report showed that the number of electric vehicles on the road has doubled in the past two years.