The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two years

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food pricesA charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdaysResearchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagers

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designerThe national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremony

A tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodThe city hosted an international marathon with runners from over 30 countries

Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star systemThe government invested in wind energy projects to reduce reliance on fossil fuels

A tech company donated money to support coding programs in middle schoolsResearchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol

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• ·A new study showed that spending time in nature reduces symptoms of depression
• ·Doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness
• ·A tennis player won their first Grand Slam title at the age of 31
• ·A software company introduced a new collaboration tool designed to help remote teams work more efficiently
• ·Local schools reported a 95% pass rate on state standardized tests this year
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastics in all public spaces, starting next year.
• ·Researchers found that breathing exercises can lower blood pressure by 12% in hypertensive patients
• ·A famous director announced plans to film a documentary about endangered wildlife in the Arctic
• ·A grocery store added a section for locally grown produce to support small-scale farmers
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·A coffee chain announced it will source all its beans from sustainable farms
• ·A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025
• ·A historical castle was opened to the public after restoration work
• ·Doctors reported a decrease in the number of patients with a certain disease
• ·Art gallery showcases works by local artists with disabilities
• ·International organizations donated $20 million in aid to support communities affected by a recent hurricane