A gym added an indoor pool

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4% increase in exports during the last quarter

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 skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A 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 computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityThe national ballet company announced a tour of small cities to reach more audiences

A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employeesEngineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days

Local businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversaryA professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometown

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• ·A city installed more electric vehicle charging stations in parking garages
• ·A school started a debate club
• ·A restaurant started using compostable packaging for takeout orders to reduce environmental impact
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highways
• ·A hospital started a telemedicine program to provide care to patients in rural areas
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public libraries with new technology and resources
• ·Local police launched a campaign to educate drivers about the dangers of texting while driving
• ·A social media app added new features to enhance user interaction
• ·The city hosted an international conference on climate change
• ·Car companies announced a partnership to develop self-driving taxi services for cities
• ·A major retail store announced plans to reduce its carbon footprint
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 60 countries
• ·A popular fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to launch a new collection
• ·A school started a gardening club that grew vegetables for the school cafeteria