An airline announced it would add more in-flight entertainment options for passengers

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 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 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 depressionA zoo opened a new exhibit featuring pandas from China

Researchers studied the impact of air pollution on lung health in childrenLocal police solved a 10-year-old cold case using new DNA technology

A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spiceThe city council approved plans to build a new swimming pool in the suburbs

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• ·Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 4 tons of waste
• ·The city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a deadly virus
• ·A hotel started offering workcation packages with dedicated workspace and high-speed internet for remote workers
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned historian
• ·The railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding for commuters
• ·A city banned parking in certain areas to make room for bike lanes
• ·A bakery used locally sourced fruit to make its pies and tarts
• ·A city banned smoking in outdoor dining areas of restaurants
• ·A historic building in the city center was damaged in a fire early this morning; no injuries were reported, but restoration could take years.
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small African country
• ·A gym offered free trial memberships to encourage people to start exercising
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people how to properly sort recycling
• ·Florist creates custom wedding bouquets using locally grown flowers
• ·Study finds that listening to classical music improves focus while studying