The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two years

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food pricesA charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdaysResearchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagers

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designerThe national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremony

A tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodThe city hosted an international marathon with runners from over 30 countries

Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star systemThe government invested in wind energy projects to reduce reliance on fossil fuels

A tech company donated money to support coding programs in middle schoolsResearchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol

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• ·A famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team.
• ·The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast
• ·The government allocated $350 million to upgrade public schools’ science labs and technology equipment
• ·The country’s exports increased by 15 percent in the last year
• ·A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $190 million with a new team
• ·A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adults
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two years
• ·Ice cream shop introduces new flavors made with local dairy products
• ·A bakery started delivering fresh bread to local hotels and restaurants
• ·A popular social media platform launched a new feature for creating short videos
• ·The city council approved a plan to expand the subway system
• ·The city council approved plans to create a new nature reserve on the outskirts
• ·A snowstorm hit the northeastern states closing schools and airports
• ·A study found that regular social interaction can improve cognitive function in older adults
• ·A pet store started selling organic pet food which quickly became its most popular product line