A soccer team signed a star player from a foreign league for a record transfer fee

The government released data showing a 4.5% increase in exports during the last quarterA supermarket chain started selling “imperfect” fruits and vegetables at discounted prices

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government offices

A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobsLocal authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%Theater shows classic film with live musical accompaniment

Research finds that playing piano improves reading skills in kidsCamping store sells lightweight gear for backpacking trips

Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollutionSchool newsletter highlights student achievements in science fairs

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• ·A community garden hosted a tomato growing contest with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown
• ·Fashion designer collaborates with sustainable textile brand for new collection
• ·The space agency successfully deployed a satellite to study climate change patterns
• ·The city introduced a bike-sharing scheme to promote green transport
• ·A city implemented a new program to collect and recycle old electronics to reduce e-waste
• ·A leading streaming service released a documentary about the history of space exploration
• ·City officials announced a ban on single-use plastics in public parks
• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Geologists study effects of climate change on mountain glaciers
• ·Research shows that eating more fruits reduces the risk of certain diseases
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to fires
• ·A new survey found that 69% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·School newsletter highlights student achievements in academics and sports
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil pipeline project in the northern wilderness
• ·A major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping for all online orders