A smartphone company launched a trade-in program, offering up to $500 for old devices to reduce electronic waste

Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal fluA popular social media platform introduced new privacy features

The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workersA research study found that regular exercise improves mental healthA famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisine

The government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemicA new smartphone app helps users track their daily water intake

Local firefighters rescued several people from a burning building

Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweightGolf tournament raises money for local youth mentorship program

Study shows that pets help reduce anxiety in college studentsTea shop offers rare teas from remote regions of Asia

Police department uses body cameras to increase transparencyDance school puts on holiday performance with live music

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• ·City officials approved a $300 million project to upgrade public transportation, including new subway stations and bus routes.
• ·A school district hired a new nutritionist to oversee school meal programs and educate students about healthy eating
• ·A charity raised 1 million dollars for children’s education projects
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in the west
• ·Online retailer offers free shipping for orders over $50
• ·An airline announced it would add more movies and TV shows to its in-flight entertainment
• ·The government started a program to help people quit smoking
• ·Local businesses reported a 26% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with homemade hash and avocado toast
• ·The city council approved a project to build a new public pool in the southern neighborhood
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a 3000-year-old tomb containing ancient jewelry and pottery in Egypt
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new targeted therapy drug
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to seek temporary shelter
• ·A restaurant started offering family-style meals on weekends to encourage shared dining experiences
• ·A library started offering storytime for seniors where volunteers read aloud to elderly community members
• ·Students organized a fundraiser to collect money for new equipment for their school’s science lab