A major airline added new direct flights to tropical destinations for winter travelers

Researchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per yearA city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer

A snowstorm in the northwest dumped two feet of snow closing schools and government officesA study showed that learning a second language at a young age improves cognitive developmentThe government passed a law to protect consumers from hidden fees on airline tickets and hotel stays

A museum hosted a night event with live music and food trucks to attract young visitorsA local bakery started delivering fresh pastries to hotels and cafes in the downtown area

Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone

The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city centerA 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 timeLocal farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits

The WHO launched a training program for nurses in developing countries to improve maternal healthA golfer won a tournament by two strokes after a final round of exceptional play

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• ·A heatwave in the southeast pushed temperatures to record highs prompting heat safety alerts
• ·Online sales accounted for 35% of total retail transactions in the third quarter up from 28% last year
• ·The postal service introduced a same-day delivery service for packages in major cities
• ·A major retail chain announced plans to open 50 new stores in small towns over the next two years
• ·The transportation department began construction on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic congestion
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·A local bookstore hosted a poetry reading event
• ·Postal service hires extra workers for holiday package delivery
• ·Scientists developed a new method to purify water using sunlight and a simple filter
• ·A hotel added a fitness center with cardio machines and weights for guests
• ·A global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 15 million children by 2030
• ·Candle company donates part of sales to wildlife conservation
• ·A large bookstore announced it will host monthly author readings and book signings
• ·A new study showed that listening to music while exercising can improve performance
• ·Major department stores announced they will offer early holiday discounts starting next month
• ·The government launched a new initiative to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses