An oil company announced it will invest $4 billion in geothermal energy projects

An energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 50000 homesA hurricane brought 100 mph winds to coastal areas damaging piers and boardwalks

The WHO released guidelines for schools to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesA soccer team signed a 17-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contractA new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutes

Marine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 7% per yearThe government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $1.50 next year

A music festival raised $2 million for local homeless shelters through ticket sales

Farmers used artificial intelligence to predict crop diseases before they spreadLocal businesses reported a 25% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

A new law was passed to increase the minimum wage by 14% aiming to improve living standards for low-income workersA global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations

A major hotel chain announced plans to open 38 new hotels in Asia over the next three yearsA study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 46% in adults

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• ·Local businesses supported a program to train young people for jobs
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels
• ·A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art micro
• ·Schools launched a new program to teach students about financial literacy
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fabric that repels stains without harmful chemicals
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with easy-to-follow recipes for busy families
• ·A new study showed that meditation can help improve focus and concentration
• ·A bakery started offering custom cakes for special occasions which became a top-selling service
• ·A university organized a conference on artificial intelligence and its impact on society
• ·A new opera based on a historical event opened to critical acclaim from music critics
• ·The transportation ministry added more crosswalks and pedestrian signals in busy areas
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species, imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting and trading.
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare organ transplant on a 4-year-old child giving them a new chance at life
• ·A bakery used locally sourced fruit to make its pies and tarts
• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of landscape photos taken in national parks across the country
• ·A professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent race