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 clothing store donated unsold items to a charity that helps homeless people
• ·Newspaper reports increase in small business openings in downtown area this year
• ·A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 24 countries within 24 hours
• ·Major grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·A study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·A national park reported an increase in the number of endangered species spotted this year
• ·A city added more bike repair stations in parks and near bike lanes
• ·A new TV show became the most-watched program on its network within its first two weeks
• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·A fire at a shopping mall was extinguished quickly with no injuries reported to shoppers or staff
• ·A study found that spending time with grandchildren reduces depression in elderly adults
• ·Plant nursery offers wide selection of native plants for home gardens
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by an astronaut who spent six months on the International Space Station
• ·A farm started selling fresh herbs and spices at a local farmers market