A school district hired a new guidance counselor to provide support to students’ mental health and academic goals

A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season due to high ratings and critical praiseLocal businesses reported 20% higher holiday season sales than the previous year

A new law passed increasing the minimum wage by 10% to improve low-income workers’ living standardsA global organization warned of medical supply shortages in developing countries calling for more donationsA major hotel chain announced 30 new Asia locations over the next three years

A study found time in nature reduces adult stress levels by up to 40%A local school held a charity event raising over $50000 for children with cancer

A tech startup launched an app to help users track carbon footprints and make eco-friendly choices

The national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in an international tournamentEngineers create portable water purifier for disaster zones

Wrestling team wins state championship for fifth yearStudy shows that audiobooks help struggling readers

Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make stuffed animalsPostal service adds extra delivery days for holidays

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• ·Doctors urged parents to ensure their children receive all recommended vaccinations
• ·A local theater company staged a production of a classic play with a modern adaptation
• ·Scientists discovered a new star system with five planets, including one in the habitable zone
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A bakery started selling custom cupcakes with personalized designs for birthdays and events
• ·Physicists make progress in developing nuclear fusion as clean energy source
• ·Research indicates that gratitude journaling reduces stress
• ·A clothing brand started using recycled materials to make its products
• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved camera
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energy
• ·A major airline offered special deals for travelers booking trips in advance
• ·A community organized a holiday toy drive that collected 600 toys for kids in need
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a heatwave with temperatures over 100°F for the southwest region
• ·A team of scientists created the first 3D-printed organ (a liver) that can function in a lab environment for up to a month