Online retailer offers free returns on all purchases

The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two yearsA popular clothing brand announced a collaboration with a famous athlete to create sportswear

Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver diseaseThe local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandasA new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases endurance

The city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countriesScientists found a new planet that could support life due to its distance from its star

The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western states

A tech company donated $1 million to support science and math programs in public schoolsA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food pricesA charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

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• ·The prime minister met with the president of a neighboring country to discuss border security
• ·The government launched a new program to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour to promote their new album, with shows scheduled in 30 countries next year.
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the northern neighborhood
• ·A protest outside the parliament building demanded stricter gun control laws following a recent mass shooting
• ·Engineers built a prototype of a flying car which successfully completed its first test flight
• ·The transportation department began construction on a new highway interchange to reduce congestion
• ·The city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes
• ·The national rugby team won the regional championship for the third time
• ·A national park reported a sighting of a rare animal thought to be extinct
• ·A high school football team won its first state championship in 30 years
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health and reduce allergies
• ·Researchers found that lack of exercise can lead to muscle loss in adults over 50
• ·The government announced a new $600 million funding plan to support small businesses hit by recent economic downturns