A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted price

Researchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagersA popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer

The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremonyA tech company released a software update to fix security issuesThe government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a flood

A local farmers’ market started selling homemade jams and honeyWeather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperatures

A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

The stock market received a boost from positive news about a new drug approvalThe city hosted a music festival with local bands and international artists performing

Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydratesThe government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas with limited healthcare access

A popular online retailer offered free shipping on all orders during its annual saleResearchers found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health and reduce allergies

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• ·A study found that spending time with pets can lower stress hormones and improve mood in adults.
• ·Research finds that spending time with grandchildren boosts happiness in seniors
• ·The country’s export of technology goods increased by 22 percent this quarter
• ·A charity organization distributed warm clothing to homeless individuals during winter
• ·The government announced a new program to help homeless people find permanent housing with a budget of $130 million
• ·The national weather service warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coastal areas
• ·Park officials close certain trails to protect nesting wildlife
• ·A new coffee shop opened downtown offering specialty drinks made with locally sourced beans
• ·Study shows that spending time gardening reduces stress hormones in adults
• ·The government passed a law to protect old-growth forests from commercial logging
• ·A bakery introduced a line of gluten-free bread that tastes like traditional wheat bread
• ·The government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings
• ·The stock market received a boost from news of a new medical breakthrough
• ·A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year record
• ·A museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history
• ·The stock market experienced a slight decline due to concerns about inflation