Researchers found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of diabetes

The postal service announced it would hire 10000 temporary workers for the holiday seasonA celebrity chef opened a cooking camp for kids to teach them basic culinary skills

Researchers found that using cloth napkins instead of paper ones saves 100 pounds of paper per yearA city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinatorsA tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 12 people

A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjectsThe government announced tax incentives for families who install energy-efficient windows

A bookstore expanded its selection of graphic novels and comic books to attract younger readers

Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filterThe postal service announced it would extend delivery days to six days a week during holidays

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in farm-to-table cuisineResearchers calculated that switching to LED lights can save households $100 a year on energy bills

A city implemented a new recycling program that accepts more types of plasticA cyclone in the Pacific caused widespread damage to coastal villages

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• ·The government planned to build more affordable housing units
• ·Furniture store sells line of furniture made from reclaimed wood
• ·Geologists warn of potential earthquake risk in coastal region
• ·A local theater hosted a comedy night featuring 5 local comedians, selling out the venue
• ·A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly storytime events for young children
• ·The government set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels
• ·A smartphone company offered a trade in program for old phones to reduce electronic waste
• ·City launches bike sharing program with 500 stations across downtown areas
• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for over 10000 households in the suburbs
• ·The government started a campaign to encourage people to donate blood during a national shortage
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·A major film studio announced it will release 20 new movies next year including several sequels to popular franchises
• ·Bookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s author
• ·The World Bank approved a $950 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·The city council approved a $200 million project to upgrade public parks and build new recreational facilities for residents.
• ·A taxi company added 50 electric vehicles to its fleet to reduce carbon emissions