A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar for guests

A local restaurant won a James Beard Award for its innovative cuisineWeather forecasters predicted a heatwave with temperatures over 100°F for the southwest region

A team of scientists published a study on how climate change is affecting polar bear habitatsThe country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2% the lowest in 25 yearsA charity raised $1.2 million to build schools in rural parts of India

Scientists developed a new type of fabric that repels stains without harmful chemicalsThe city council voted to increase funding for after-school programs in public schools

Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration while studying

A major retailer announced plans to offer free returns for online ordersResearchers developed a new vaccine to protect farm animals from a contagious disease

The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the northern neighborhoodScientists found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure in stressed adults

Local restaurants started offering outdoor dining options to accommodate more customersThe national weather service issued a warning for heavy rain and possible flooding

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• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries
• ·A software company launched a free version of its app to attract new users
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and toys for guests’ animals
• ·Engineers designed a new bridge that can withstand severe weather conditions
• ·The president’s administration launched a task force to combat corruption in government agencies
• ·Major clothing retailers announced they will extend return windows for holiday purchases until February
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishments
• ·Police arrested five suspects in connection with a series of bank robberies in the region
• ·Researchers found that spending time in nature can improve immune system function by increasing the production of white blood cells.
• ·A major airline announced new in flight services to enhance passenger comfort
• ·A major airline announced it will partner with a renewable energy company to power its flights with biofuel
• ·A scientist developed a fast, affordable test for common food allergies
• ·A soccer club signed a star player for a record $150 million transfer fee
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a crew to the moon by 2028
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food and drink stalls.