A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual sale

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

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 issues

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• ·The transportation department announced it would make all buses wheelchair-accessible by next year
• ·Scientists at a leading university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating type 1 diabetes using new cell therapy
• ·The community center offered free tutoring for students
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units
• ·Movie theater offers family matinees with cheap tickets
• ·A severe thunderstorm hit the city, causing damage to trees and power lines and delaying flights at the local airport.
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for a rare disease
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising
• ·A local community college started offering free nursing courses for unemployed adults
• ·A famous athlete announced his retirement from professional sports
• ·A community center hosted a craft fair that featured works from 50 local artisans
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen daily to reduce the risk of skin cancer
• ·Local police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security and crime prevention
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public swimming pool in the eastern neighborhood