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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• ·A new survey found 75% of people prefer shopping in physical stores over online shopping
• ·A new art gallery opened in the city center featuring works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·The government launched a program to help farmers adopt more sustainable practices
• ·A tech startup raised $200 million in funding valuing the company over $1 billion
• ·A grocery store started offering discounts on expired food to reduce food waste
• ·Scientists found evidence that climate change is causing glaciers to melt at a faster rate
• ·Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social media
• ·Car manufacturers announced plans to standardize charging ports for all electric vehicles by 2027
• ·Paramedics use new technology to stabilize heart attack patients faster
• ·Environmental activists protested against a new oil pipeline project in the northern wilderness
• ·A historical monument was damaged in a storm and needs repairs
• ·A professional cyclist won a prestigious race setting a new course record
• ·Teachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons
• ·A charity raised $750000 to build wells and sanitation systems in rural Africa
• ·A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a week
• ·The local theater company announced it will perform a modern adaptation of a Shakespeare play