A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts for two weeks

The postal service announced it would hire 5000 temporary workers to handle holiday mailA celebrity chef opened a cooking school where students learn to make gourmet meals

Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollutionA tornado touched down in a small town destroying 20 homes and a local elementary school

A study showed that group study sessions help students understand difficult subjects betterThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish French and Chinese

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilResearch indicates that early reading programs improve literacy rates in preschoolers

Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young childrenPark rangers lead guided tours to observe wildlife in their natural habitat

Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hoursFashion designer showcases new collection inspired by traditional African textiles

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• ·A charity started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A city added 10 new bike lanes to reduce traffic congestion and promote eco-friendly transportation
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals
• ·A small café started offering free Wi-Fi to customers who spend over $5 on food or drinks
• ·A city council approved the construction of 300 new affordable housing units
• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game
• ·A museum displayed ancient Egyptian mummies and artifacts on loan from a museum in Cairo
• ·A multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·Study shows that drinking eight glasses of water daily improves skin hydration
• ·Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweight
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.8 mmHg in adults with hypertension
• ·Art museum hosts exhibit of modern artworks from emerging artists worldwide
• ·A bakery started making custom birthday cakes with 3D-printed sugar decorations
• ·Book publisher releases memoir by famous political figure
• ·Newsletter highlights achievements of local students and teachers