Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging vulnerable groups to get vaccinated

The education department launched a program to provide free laptops to students in low-income householdsA fire at a restaurant in the downtown area was extinguished by firefighters with no injuries reported

A survey found that 70% of consumers plan to shop online during the upcoming holiday seasonA best-selling author released a new mystery novel that quickly topped international book listsThe transportation agency added 12 new bus routes to connect suburban areas to the city center

Archaeologists uncovered ancient tools and pottery fragments dating back 6000 years in a caveA major airline announced it would add three new international routes to popular vacation destinations

Health officials issued a warning about a recent outbreak of food poisoning linked to contaminated lettuce

A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next yearThe education board decided to add financial literacy courses to the high school curriculum starting next semester

A fire in a shopping mall was quickly contained by firefighters with no reported injuriesA survey revealed that 70% of people plan to take a vacation within the next six months

A renowned painter’s latest collection went on display at a major art gallery in the city centerThe transportation department announced expanded bus services to connect rural areas to urban centers

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• ·Mathematicians solve long standing problem in number theory
• ·A university research team studied the impact of social media on relationships
• ·A school district started a summer school program for students needing extra academic support
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1300 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Local businesses offered discounts to customers who use public transport
• ·A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can relax and enjoy views of the city
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep per night for optimal health
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2% in September the lowest in 15 years
• ·Study finds that reading to young children increases their vocabulary by 30 percent
• ·A small business owner started selling handmade jewelry at local craft fairs
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·Engineers create portable water purification system for use in disaster zones
• ·A medical study found that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves memory retention
• ·A library added a graphic novel section that became popular with teen patrons
• ·Police department launches campaign to raise awareness about bicycle safety