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 study revealed that eating breakfast every day helps people maintain a healthy weight
• ·A charity raised money to support animal shelters across the country
• ·Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schools
• ·Scientists at NASA developed a new spacesuit material that can withstand extreme temperatures on Mars (-153°C to 20°C)
• ·A major sports league announced it will expand to include two new teams next season
• ·A government program provided financial assistance to first time homebuyers
• ·Researchers found that air pollution can worsen asthma symptoms in children and adults
• ·Engineers tested a new type of solar panel that can generate electricity even on cloudy days
• ·A fire department conducted a training exercise with other local emergency services to prepare for natural disasters
• ·A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closures
• ·A research study showed that eating nuts as a snack can help with weight management
• ·A major comedy festival announced its lineup featuring 50 stand-up comedians from around the world
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·A popular fast-food chain added a new line of healthy salads and wraps to its menu
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy adoption fair that found homes for 45 puppies in one day
• ·Researchers found that reading to babies helps develop their listening skills