A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 15-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour

The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energyA tech startup created an app that helps users find local second-hand stores

Local schools held a career day with speakers from different industriesA renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home countryWeather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend

A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidaysThe country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourism

A historical museum opened an exhibit about the first women to work in space

Researchers found that playing board games improves social skills in young childrenA local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories

A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries, including muffins and scones, for health-conscious customersA construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 200 affordable housing units

A fitness app added new features, including personalized workout plans and nutrition trackingA farmers market started a “kids’ corner” where children can learn about farming through hands-on activities

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• ·A tropical storm formed in the Atlantic prompting coastal evacuation warnings
• ·A major tech company released its latest smartphone model
• ·A group of students from a local high school won first place in a national science competition for their invention that converts waste into energy.
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes
• ·A fire department received a donation of new equipment from a local business
• ·Volunteers organized a community food drive to help families in need during the holiday season
• ·Scientists observed a significant increase in coral growth in protected ocean areas
• ·Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travel
• ·Research finds that outdoor play reduces myopia in children
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to better serve customers with disabilities
• ·A new study indicated that gardening can improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression
• ·A study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%
• ·A new study indicated that regular exercise reduces the risk of developing certain cancers
• ·The United Nations held a conference to discuss global food security issues
• ·A study showed that learning a musical instrument improves brain function in kids
• ·A study showed that group study sessions help students understand difficult subjects better