A retail store announced it would donate 10% of holiday sales to a children’s charity

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityThe national ballet company announced a tour of small cities to reach more audiences

A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employeesEngineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days

Local businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversaryA professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometown

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• ·A community organized a 5K run to raise money for a local animal rescue shelter
• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved camera
• ·A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 80 community members
• ·The school district added a program to help students with learning disabilities succeed in class
• ·Engineers designed a new type of insulation that reduces home energy use by 40%
• ·The city installed a new traffic light system to reduce congestion during rush hour
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·The local museum added new interactive exhibits to attract more visitors
• ·A study found that children who play video games with their parents have stronger family bonds
• ·Radio station hosts fundraiser to collect food for local food bank
• ·A library started offering tech help sessions where volunteers assist residents with using smartphones and computers
• ·A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-books
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to implement a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·A historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction