A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual sale

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 skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

Researchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagersA popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer

The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremonyA tech company released a software update to fix security issues

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• ·Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobs
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates
• ·A local bakery introduced a new line of gluten-free pastries in response to customer demand
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and preserves made from its own fruit
• ·A small business owner started offering online workshops to teach others how to start their own businesses
• ·Fashion show features designs by students from local design school
• ·A study found pet time lowers adult stress hormones and improves mood
• ·The government set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels
• ·City officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festival
• ·A local school won a national award for its innovative environmental education program
• ·A local artist created a series of paintings inspired by the city’s history
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts daily reduces risk of heart disease by 20 percent
• ·Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlife
• ·Automotive company recalls 50000 SUVs due to faulty fuel line connections
• ·A music festival announced it will use 100 percent renewable energy for next year’s event
• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 12.5 minutes