The country’s inflation rate dropped to 1.8 percent due to lower energy prices

Health officials advised people to get vaccinated against the flu ahead of the winter seasonA city banned the use of fireworks in residential areas to reduce noise pollution and fire risks

A study showed that spending time gardening can lower stress hormones and improve moodA famous actor signed on to star in a new TV series based on a best-selling novelThe military donated medical supplies to local hospitals struggling with high patient numbers

A school district switched to digital textbooks to reduce costs and improve access to updated contentA tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their water consumption and stay hydrated

Heavy snow closed several schools and government offices in northern parts of the country

Researchers discovered that a certain type of seaweed can be used to make biodegradable packagingThe WHO released new guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases

A soccer team signed a young talent from a local academy to a professional contractA new high-speed train service started operating between two major cities

Marine researchers found that ocean temperatures have risen by 1.5°C over 50 yearsThe government passed a law to increase funding for public education by 15%

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• ·A university research team found that daily stretching can reduce back pain by 25% in office workers
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·A grocery store started selling ugly produce at a discount to reduce food waste
• ·A celebrity chef opened a casual dining restaurant focusing on comfort food with a gourmet twist
• ·A community center offered free job training workshops for unemployed residents
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop losses
• ·A bakery made bread with ancient grains
• ·Clothing brand uses recycled denim to create new line of jackets
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to popular vacation spots in the Caribbean
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 19% in some people
• ·Local police increased patrols to reduce crime in residential areas
• ·Scientists developed a new lightweight metal that is used in aircraft construction
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app to help riders find accessible vehicles
• ·Software firm releases new tool to help small businesses manage inventory
• ·A major airline announced it will use more biofuels to power its planes and reduce emissions
• ·Online retailer offers free returns on all purchases