A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders, regardless of the purchase amount.

The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missionsA popular sandwich chain announced it will switch to 100% compostable packaging by next year

The city council approved a $130 million project to build a new public library and community centerArchaeologists found ancient coins and pottery shards at a dig site dating back to the Roman EmpireCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a universal charging network for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close earlyThe Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on black hole research

A local YMCA started offering free swimming lessons for children from low-income families

A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 35000 employees nationwideJuice bar uses organic fruits to make cold pressed juices

Animal shelter partners with pet stores for adoption eventsNewspaper reports on growth of remote work in local tech sector

Astronomers find evidence of water on distant planet outside solar systemRunning club organizes 5k race to support homeless shelter

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• ·The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by supply chain issues
• ·Online platform launches new feature to connect freelance workers with clients
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 33% of the country’s total energy production
• ·Study reveals that nuts reduce heart disease risk
• ·A study revealed that eating nuts as a snack helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels
• ·A professional basketball player signed a record-breaking $250 million contract with a new team, making it the largest deal in league history.
• ·A government program helped homeowners install solar panels on their roofs
• ·A scientist developed a new type of solar panel that is more efficient and less expensive to produce
• ·A hospital started a support group for families of patients with terminal illnesses
• ·Golf tournament raises over 10000 dollars for youth sports programs
• ·A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs
• ·Research indicates that volunteering improves self esteem and happiness
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·City organizes parade to celebrate national holiday with local bands
• ·Dance troupe performs original choreography inspired by climate change activism