Electronics store offers back to school discounts on laptops and tablets

A severe storm caused power outages in several neighborhoods across the stateResearchers found evidence of water on a distant planet that could support life

The city introduced a new bike sharing program to promote eco friendly transportationA famous actor announced their retirement from film after a 40 year careerDoctors urged people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter season

The government invested millions of dollars in improving public healthcare facilitiesA new shopping mall opened its doors attracting thousands of visitors on the first day

Scientists developed a new material that can recycle plastic waste into useful products

Local residents protested against the construction of a new highway through a parkThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European country

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• ·A smartphone company offered a trade-in program for old phones to encourage recycling
• ·Park officials close trails to protect nesting birds
• ·The government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging
• ·Researchers found that a plant-based diet helps reduce the risk of heart disease
• ·The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling
• ·Library offers free access to online language learning platform for cardholders
• ·The national basketball league announced a new TV deal worth $1 billion
• ·Scientists developed a faster diagnostic test for a common childhood illness that delivers results in 15 minutes
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous celebrity
• ·A bakery started making gluten free bread using quinoa and chia seeds
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 30000 employees nationwide
• ·A new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping
• ·The national hockey team announced its new captain for the upcoming season
• ·A fashion brand released a new line of winter clothing
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for science programs in schools