Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against a seasonal virusA bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author readings and book signings

Scientists warned that rising ocean temperatures are causing coral bleaching in tropical reefsA local hockey team won the national championship for the first time in 18 yearsA study showed that drinking green tea daily improves brain function and memory

The transportation department began construction on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic congestionA fashion brand released a clothing line made from recycled denim and organic cotton

A hospital opened a new pediatric wing with private rooms for patients and their families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea vent off the coast of AustraliaThe government announced a tax cut for middle-income families, aiming to boost consumer spending.

A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t.A local animal shelter rescued over 100 abandoned pets during a winter storm, appealing for foster homes.

A tech company announced it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen, set to hit stores next quarter.A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035.

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• ·The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security
• ·A fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans
• ·A city council approved a plan to build a new water treatment plant
• ·A school’s theater program put on a production of The Wizard of Oz that sold out 5 shows
• ·The government announced plans to build a new airport terminal to handle more passengers
• ·Doctors recommended frequent handwashing to prevent the spread of diseases
• ·A new high-speed train service was launched reducing travel time between two major cities from 3.6 hours to 1.25 hours
• ·A city council discussed plans to improve water quality in local lakes
• ·A new airport terminal is under construction to handle more passengers
• ·Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses
• ·A tech company released a new fitness app that tracks users’ workouts and provides personalized training plans
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent for the third month in a row
• ·The national weather service warned of a blizzard approaching the northeastern states
• ·The government approved funding for a new high-speed internet network in rural areas
• ·The government introduced new regulations to ensure food is free from harmful chemicals
• ·A scientist discovered a new way to convert plastic waste into fuel