The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% 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 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 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 inequalityA team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean

Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobsA famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum

The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertaintyA charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter

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• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit reduces carbon emissions by 45% per person
• ·Swimming team wins national championship for second consecutive year
• ·A famous director announced plans to film a documentary about endangered wildlife in the Arctic
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast improves concentration in elementary school students
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free school supplies to low-income students
• ·A coffee shop started selling fair trade coffee to support farmers in developing countries
• ·A charity raised funds to support animal shelters that care for abandoned pets
• ·A school district updated its technology policy to allow students to use their own devices in class
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·Shoe brand makes sneakers from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·The prime minister attended a summit on global energy security in Europe
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a tornado
• ·A renowned author signed copies of their latest book at a downtown bookstore
• ·Researchers found that eating nuts daily can reduce the risk of diabetes