Local businesses reported a 25% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

Scientists discovered a new type of bee that pollinates crops more efficiently than othersThe city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streets

A major clothing brand announced it will offer sizes from XS to 6XL to be more inclusiveResearchers found that playing the piano improves hand-eye coordination in childrenThe government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year

A popular social media app added a feature that lets users create and share short cooking videosDoctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy days

The local museum added interactive exhibits where visitors can touch and test historical tools

A new study revealed that exercising for 30 minutes a day increases energy levels by 25%The government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

A bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readersScientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter

The transportation department repaired a section of highway that had been damaged by floodingA fashion brand announced it would start using recycled polyester in all its clothing

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• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less active
• ·A team of archaeologists discovered ancient artifacts at a dig site
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A taxi company updated its fleet with 20 new hybrid vehicles to reduce carbon emissions
• ·A team of historians published new findings about a famous historical figure
• ·Magazine features profile of chef who uses local, seasonal ingredients
• ·A celebrity chef opened a cooking school where students learn to make gourmet meals
• ·Researchers calculated that using a reusable coffee cup saves over 200 disposable cups per year
• ·A popular author announced they will release a collection of short stories next winter
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to make learning more engaging for visitors
• ·Car manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles
• ·The postal service announced faster delivery times for packages across the country
• ·An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology at its refineries
• ·The government built new schools in growing suburbs to reduce overcrowding in existing schools
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage their remote teams more efficiently
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $140 million