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 musician’s new album topped the charts in 15 countries within its first week of release
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy days
• ·Track and field athletes set multiple personal bests at invitational meet
• ·The education department launched a program to provide free laptops to students in low-income households
• ·A local school held a charity event to raise money for children with cancer collecting over $62000
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular app
• ·A bookstore launched an online ordering system with same day delivery for local customers
• ·Scientists observed unusual activity on a distant planet
• ·A major smartphone brand released a new model with a 6.7-inch display and 5000mAh battery
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch
• ·Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a marathon due to extreme heat
• ·A community organization launched a campaign to plant 500 trees in local parks over the next year
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free spay and neuter services for stray animals
• ·Study finds that remote work reduces commuting time by average of 90 minutes daily
• ·Mathematicians solve complex problem in algebra that has puzzled experts for decades
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper crop of wheat this year, thanks to favorable weather conditions throughout the growing season.