A major film studio announced it will release 15 new movies next year including franchise sequels

Hikers find rare orchid species in mountain nature reserveStudy shows that natural lighting in classrooms improves student test scores

Local government installs new recycling bins in downtown parksMovie studio releases behind-the-scenes documentary about upcoming filmPower company starts pilot program for smart meters to help customers save energy

Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotelsTheater group puts on outdoor production of "Romeo and Juliet" in city park

Biologists track movement of elephant herds using GPS collars

Software firm releases app to help small businesses manage online ordersA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be milder than usualA team of historians found a letter written by a famous president during the Civil War

Local police increased patrols in shopping centers during the holiday seasonA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

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• ·The government announced plans to upgrade broadband internet access in rural areas
• ·Study finds that remote work increases job satisfaction for 80 percent of employees
• ·Bookstore hosts book reading event with best selling children’s author
• ·A major airline added new routes to popular holiday destinations
• ·Researchers calculated that using energy-efficient light bulbs can save households $50 a year on electricity bills
• ·Doctors at a cancer center successfully treated a patient using a new targeted therapy drug
• ·Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticity
• ·A major car manufacturer announced it will stop producing gasoline-powered cars by 2034 focusing on electric vehicles
• ·A national park closed some backcountry trails during bear mating season for safety
• ·A sports team signed a new sponsorship deal with a national beverage company
• ·A bookstore sold used books at a discount
• ·A river in the south overflowed its banks causing damage to 50 farms and several roads
• ·A famous actor announced their retirement from film after a 40 year career
• ·Furniture store launches line of furniture made from reclaimed wood and metal
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds
• ·A tech company released a new tablet with a detachable keyboard for work and entertainment