A fire department hosted a free CPR training class that certified 70 community members

Engineers built a new dam to provide flood control and hydroelectric power to a regionThe postal service announced it would extend holiday shipping deadlines for online orders

A celebrity chef published a cookbook featuring recipes from their travels around the worldResearchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxideA city launched a program to help homeless veterans find housing and employment

An airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelersA study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniors

The government increased funding for mental health hotlines to provide 24/7 support

A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery service

Study indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young childrenFire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas

Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social mediaGovernment approves funding for new public park in urban neighborhood

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• ·The national economy grew by 3.2% last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations
• ·The national soccer team won its first World Cup match defeating the defending champion 2-1
• ·A study found nuts reduce cholesterol
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to store renewable energy for use when needed
• ·Marine biologists discovered a new coral reef ecosystem in the Indian Ocean
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories
• ·A social media platform added a feature to let users hide posts containing certain keywords
• ·A study found that spending time in nature can reduce stress levels by up to 42% in adults
• ·A new study indicated that reading aloud to young children helps develop their listening skills
• ·A new study showed that 72% of employees feel more productive with a four-day workweek
• ·A charity organization provided school supplies to children in need
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energy
• ·Doctors urged parents to ensure their children receive all necessary vaccinations
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to fires
• ·Animal shelter holds adoption event that finds homes for 100 pets
• ·A new high-speed train service launched cutting travel time between two major cities from 3 to 1 hour