The city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportation

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA 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 mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students

Scientists discovered that a common herb has anti-inflammatory propertiesThe national rugby team won a close match against their biggest rivals

A local artist created portraits of community leaders to display in city hallThe government announced plans to build a new airport in a growing city

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• ·A winter storm dumped 18 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for two days
• ·A tech company unveiled a new laptop that is lighter and has a longer battery life
• ·Newsletter provides advice on preparing homes for winter weather
• ·The stock market rose 2% following the release of positive manufacturing data
• ·A library added a collection of books in multiple languages to support immigrant families
• ·The national theater company staged a modern adaptation of a classic play
• ·Doctors developed a new vaccine for a disease that affects children in poor countries
• ·A bakery introduced gluten-free bread that tastes like traditional wheat bread
• ·A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwide
• ·Researchers created a new device that can detect early signs of kidney disease using urine samples
• ·A city promoted local businesses
• ·The city council approved the construction of a new public library in the western district
• ·Camping store expands selection of eco friendly camping gear and supplies
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s winter will have above-average snowfall
• ·A clothing brand announced it will take back old clothes for recycling or reuse
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves athletic performance by 10 percent