Local businesses reported increased sales during the holiday season

A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for residentsThe Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying genetic editing

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skillsA discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the countryResearchers found that lack of sleep can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure

The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change and carbon reductionA fire at a shopping mall caused damage to several stores but no injuries were reported

A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its library

Police used facial recognition technology to identify and arrest a fugitive wanted for theftStudy shows that adding garlic to meals lowers cholesterol levels in adults

Furniture store sells modular sofas made from recycled polyester fabricLibrary offers free access to online language learning platform for cardholders

Skateboard competition awards $10000 prize to winner of best trick contestResearch indicates that getting enough sleep improves immune system function

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• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic border agreement after three years of diplomatic talks
• ·Doctors recommended that people limit their screen time before bed to improve sleep quality
• ·Park officials close trails to protect endangered species habitat
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new convention center to attract more events
• ·The central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month
• ·A hospital used drone technology to deliver medical supplies to a remote clinic
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible tornadoes in the Midwest region
• ·A study found that regular dancing can improve balance and reduce fall risks in seniors
• ·The national weather service warned of a blizzard approaching the northeastern states
• ·Construction begins on new bridge to ease traffic congestion
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·The local community center opened a new fitness facility for residents of all ages
• ·Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers
• ·A popular streaming service added thousands of new movies and TV shows to its library
• ·The national park service announced plans to build new hiking trails in a popular park
• ·A hotel started offering pet-friendly rooms with beds and bowls for guests’ animals