A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities.

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA 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 mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised $1 million to build schools in Asia

Scientists developed a new type of fabric that is eco-friendlyThe city council voted to increase funding for science programs in schools

Researchers found that listening to music helps reduce anxietyA major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all orders

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• ·A research study showed that spending time with friends can reduce stress
• ·The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workers
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events and activities
• ·The government released a report showing a 18% reduction in air pollution in major cities
• ·A city council discussed plans to build a new skate park
• ·A coffee roaster partnered with a fair-trade organization to source beans from small-scale farmers
• ·The national weather service issued a warning for heavy rain in the next few days
• ·A farmers market hosted a festival featuring local music and food
• ·A retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity
• ·A smartphone manufacturer announced a new model with a foldable screen and 5G connectivity
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into protected forest area
• ·A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and people with disabilities
• ·A smartphone company announced a new partnership with a wireless carrier to offer better deals
• ·A thunderstorm caused power outages for 50000 residents in the central region
• ·A study showed that 30% of workers experience burnout due to long hours and high stress
• ·A team of historians published a new book about the country’s colonial history