A gym added an indoor pool

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityThe national ballet company announced a tour of small cities to reach more audiences

A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employeesEngineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days

Local businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversaryA professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometown

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• ·A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all its stores by the end of 2025
• ·The national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity
• ·Bakery makes low carb bread for customers on special diets
• ·A popular music festival announced its lineup featuring 50 artists from around the world
• ·Local police organized a neighborhood watch program with volunteer residents
• ·A construction project to renovate a old library began
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top players from 15 different countries
• ·A fashion store started selling handmade scarves from local knitters
• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation
• ·A study found that students who participate in extracurricular activities have higher graduation rates and better social skills.
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recycling
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·A national park started a program to protect native plant species
• ·City officials approved a $360 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·The government announced plans to improve access to healthcare in rural areas