A gym added an indoor pool

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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• ·Scientists developed a new method to purify water using solar energy
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language through games
• ·The postal service announced it would hire 6000 temporary workers to handle holiday mail
• ·Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parks
• ·Local farmers market introduces weekly workshops on organic gardening techniques
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature
• ·A hospital launched a smoking cessation program with free nicotine replacement therapy
• ·A charity organization provided free school supplies to low income children
• ·A coffee shop started roasting its own beans on-site offering customers fresh brews daily
• ·A farm started selling fresh-pressed apple cider at local farmers markets during the fall season
• ·A major airline revealed plans to add 15 new domestic routes by the end of the year
• ·Camera store offers workshop on photography skills for beginners
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·The transportation department repaired potholes on major roads before winter
• ·Camera store offers workshop on photography skills for beginners
• ·A café offered free refills on coffee for customers who bring their own reusable cups