A hospital started offering virtual physical therapy sessions for patients recovering from injuries

Local schools installed new security systems including metal detectors and surveillance camerasEngineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0

The government released data showing a 4.5% increase in exports during the last quarterA supermarket chain started selling “imperfect” fruits and vegetables at discounted pricesA study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language development

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government offices

A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobs

Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptopsDance school holds annual recital with performances by 400 students

Research indicates that sunlight exposure helps regulate sleep cyclesCamera store offers photography classes for beginners on weekends

Wildlife rescue group saves baby bear from urban neighborhoodLocal newspaper publishes special edition on community history

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• ·The space agency announced a new mission to study Mars’ atmosphere
• ·The stock market climbed 1.8% following the release of strong employment data
• ·A new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches
• ·A school started a environmental club to teach students about conservation
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen to prevent skin cancer
• ·Physicists make breakthrough in understanding dark matter
• ·Local businesses joined a campaign to reduce energy use during peak hours
• ·Researchers developed a new method to clean up oil spills
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a crewed mission to the moon by 2029
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app to help riders find accessible vehicles
• ·Chocolate shop creates artisanal truffles with unique flavors
• ·Newspaper reports on increase in small business startups in the area
• ·A bakery introduced a new line of low sugar pastries
• ·Candle company releases fall collection with scents like pumpkin spice and cedar
• ·A national park started a program to teach visitors about wildlife conservation
• ·The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in rural areas