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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• ·The postal service introduced a new package tracking system to give customers real-time updates
• ·The national basketball league announced a new TV deal worth $1 billion
• ·Basketball team wins state championship after comeback victory in final two minutes
• ·The stock market experienced a slight rise at the start of the week
• ·The railway service added more trains during rush hour to reduce overcrowding
• ·Candle store hosts workshop on making homemade candles with natural wax
• ·Tennis player becomes youngest champion in tournament history at 17 years old
• ·A leading financial institution predicted that the country’s GDP will grow by 2.8% next year up from 2.1% this year
• ·A team of scientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean, using a remotely operated underwater vehicle.
• ·A city installed new street signs to make downtown easier to navigate
• ·Doctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season
• ·A airline improved its on time departure rate by upgrading its scheduling software
• ·A tech company announced it will open a new research lab focused on climate change solutions
• ·A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season following high ratings and positive reviews from critics
• ·A flood destroyed several roads and bridges in a rural area
• ·The government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers