The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean

Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobsA famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum

The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertaintyA charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter

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• ·A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human body
• ·A study found that owning a pet improves mental health in seniors
• ·Park officials announce new rules to protect wildlife in park areas
• ·A grocery store started selling plant-based meat alternatives in its frozen food section
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of almonds daily can lower LDL cholesterol levels
• ·The fire department held a free smoke detector installation event for low-income families
• ·A new community center opened to offer free fitness classes and job training
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to serve more customers
• ·The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week
• ·Schools launched a new program to teach students about financial literacy
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies made from its own fruit at local markets
• ·An energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce their energy use at home
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 500 bags of trash from local streets
• ·Scientists found a new planet that could support life due to its distance from its star
• ·A new survey found that 68% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs