A luxury hotel chain announced it will eliminate single-use plastic toiletries in all rooms

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobsLocal authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%

Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%

The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksArt gallery showcases works by emerging local artists

Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strainsElectronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers

Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wildLifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste

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• ·A smartphone app that helps users manage their finances reached 5 million downloads
• ·A university’s debate team won a national championship
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events
• ·Study reveals that nuts reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·A new study showed that regular meditation can lower blood pressure in adults
• ·A major food company announced it will remove artificial colors from all its products
• ·A construction company finished building a new elementary school that can accommodate 500 students
• ·A charity organized a toy drive for children in foster care during the holiday season
• ·The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security
• ·City launches bike sharing program with 500 stations across downtown areas
• ·The government launched a program to preserve historical sites
• ·A team of engineers designed a new type of solar panel that can be integrated into building walls
• ·Book publisher releases memoir by former world leader detailing political career
• ·A popular TV show aired its series finale last night attracting millions of viewers and sparking online discussion
• ·A new study showed that air pollution affects cognitive function in the elderly
• ·Bus company introduces new app for tracking routes and arrival times