Retailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times

A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitelyLocal authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for 5000 families monthly

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small African countryA fast-food chain added vegan menu items including burgers and fries to all locationsResearchers found that taking handwritten notes improves information retention better than typing

The mayor announced a plan to build 9000 affordable housing units over the next five yearsA luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastics in rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that dog owners have lower stress levels than non-dog owners

The government announced tax credits for homeowners who install energy-efficient windowsTwo neighboring countries signed a historic water-sharing agreement after four years of diplomatic talks

Health officials issued a public warning about a rise in seasonal flu cases urging pregnant women and seniors to get vaccinatedA renowned artist’s latest exhibition opened to critical acclaim attracting over 12500 visitors on its first weekend

The stock market reached a new all-time high on Friday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare firmsA severe storm hit the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal residents to evacuate

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• ·The city’s public transport system launched an app to track buses
• ·A museum hosted a special exhibit on ancient Egyptian history with artifacts on loan from overseas
• ·A smartphone manufacturer announced a new model with a 48-hour battery life and advanced camera features
• ·A fashion brand started using recycled plastic bottles to make its activewear, diverting 100,000 bottles from landfills
• ·Scientists found that a certain type of plant can be used to treat skin conditions naturally
• ·City officials approved a $390 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·The government launched a new program to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill to practice emergency responses in tall buildings
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly can improve skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·A local soccer team won the national cup for the first time in 25 years sparking street celebrations
• ·A high school football team won the state championship after a last-minute touchdown
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·Dance school holds winter recital with ballet and tap performances
• ·A soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract
• ·Engineers developed a new type of asphalt that absorbs rainwater to reduce flooding