A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities.

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised $1 million to build schools in Asia

Scientists developed a new type of fabric that is eco-friendlyThe city council voted to increase funding for science programs in schools

Researchers found that listening to music helps reduce anxietyA major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all orders

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• ·Local police seized over $1.4 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·Bloggers attend conference focused on content creation and digital marketing
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in 15 years due to job growth in tech and healthcare
• ·A government program provided grants to small businesses affected by natural disasters
• ·Wildlife rescue group rehabilitates injured fox and releases it back into wild
• ·Researchers found that eating fish regularly can improve brain function in young children
• ·A study in a science journal found natural sunlight exposure improves children’s cognitive function
• ·Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safety
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stalls
• ·A charity organization started a program to help homeless people find jobs
• ·A charity organization provided free medical check - ups to elderly residents
• ·A toy company released a line of science kits that let kids conduct real experiments at home
• ·Newspaper features profile of local business owner who started company from home
• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game
• ·The city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countries
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves job prospects for young adults