The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday season

The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school seasonA clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse

A car accident on a busy street caused minor traffic delays but no serious injuriesA study showed that online learning can provide more flexible education options for students with disabilitiesThe space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life

Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospitalThe United Nations released a report on the effects of climate change on coastal communities

A cyclist set a new national record for the fastest time in a 100-kilometer race

A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow onlineThe railway service announced it would upgrade its ticketing system to allow mobile check-in

A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekendResearchers found that eating leafy green vegetables can improve brain function in older adults

A city expanded its bike-sharing program to include 500 new electric bikesAn airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

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• ·A singer released a new single that topped music charts in 10 countries
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find jobs and permanent housing
• ·A local farm started selling fresh eggs and honey at a weekly farmers market
• ·A construction project to widen a major highway began, with expected completion in two years
• ·A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts
• ·A local theater’s production of a Broadway musical sold out all its shows
• ·A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035
• ·A local business association organized a networking event for small business owners and entrepreneurs
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences where customers dine in the kitchen
• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments improves brain function
• ·The city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation
• ·The military announced it will host a public open house at its base next month
• ·A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities
• ·Government introduces new policy to reduce plastic waste
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based milk alternatives like oat and almond milk
• ·A new survey found that 70% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability.