A bookstore hosted a poetry night where local poets read their work to an audience

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 skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA 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 computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionA zoo opened a new exhibit featuring pandas from China

Researchers studied the impact of air pollution on lung health in childrenLocal police solved a 10-year-old cold case using new DNA technology

A popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin spiceThe city council approved plans to build a new swimming pool in the suburbs

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• ·A charity organized a clothing drive to collect winter coats for homeless individuals
• ·The United Nations released a report highlighting progress in global poverty reduction efforts
• ·Coffee shop sources beans from women owned farms in Ethiopia
• ·The national soccer league announced plans to add a women’s division next year
• ·Volunteers planted over 1000 trees in a city park as part of a reforestation project
• ·A city added more parking spaces downtown to accommodate more visitors
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial information.
• ·A community garden hosted a herb workshop that taught residents how to grow and use herbs
• ·A study published in a science journal found that exposure to natural sunlight improves cognitive function in children
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of ant in the rainforests of Brazil
• ·Scientists found that a certain bacteria helps plants fight diseases
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days
• ·A local bookstore expanded its collection of children’s books
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers
• ·Photography exhibit highlighting urban street art opens in city center
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver