The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty

High school students created an app that helps users track and reduce their carbon footprintA bank announced it will offer student loan refinancing with 0% interest for the first year

Medical researchers found that regular swimming can improve lung capacity by 15%The public transit system added 40 new electric buses to its fleet to cut emissionsA famous actor announced they will star in a biographical film about a civil rights icon

A study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income households

Mudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motorists

A startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phonesA coffee chain announced it will offer free coffee to customers who bring reusable cups

The city council approved a project to build a new skate park and community gardenArchaeologists discovered an ancient burial site with artifacts from a pre-Columbian civilization

Car companies announced a collaboration to develop affordable electric vehicles for familiesA drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for all residents

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• ·The national basketball team won a key game to advance to the next round of the tournament
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel
• ·A new coffee brand gained popularity for its fair - trade practices
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 50 families
• ·Local police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday season
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and free weights for guests to use
• ·City officials approved a $300 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Study shows that family dinners improve communication between parents and teens
• ·Local communities organized events to celebrate cultural heritage
• ·Scientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants fight diseases
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills
• ·Researchers developed a faster way to test for a common disease
• ·A sports league held its all star game in a small city for the first time in its history
• ·A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·The national rugby team hired a new assistant coach with experience in youth development