Scientists found that a certain type of algae can be used to produce clean biofuel

Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during peak shopping hoursDoctors used 3D printing to create a custom implant for a patient with a bone defect

The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in OctoberEnvironmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new coal mining projectA best-selling author announced a book tour with 25 stops across North America

Schools added mental health days to the academic calendar for students and staffAn energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 50000 homes

A hurricane brought 100 mph winds to coastal areas damaging piers and boardwalks

The WHO released guidelines for schools to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

Local authorities reported a 19% drop in crime rates over the past eight months citing enhanced community policingA global tech giant said it will invest $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 48% by 2030

Two neighboring countries signed a historic border agreement after three years of diplomatic talksHealth officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging elderly and young children to get vaccinated

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• ·The government launched a program to teach digital literacy to elderly citizens
• ·Research indicates that learning a musical instrument improves listening skills in toddlers
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·Study reveals that family camping trips improve children’s connection to nature
• ·A city council voted to ban single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next year
• ·A tech company launched a new tablet with a foldable screen and long-lasting battery
• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program with counseling and medication support
• ·Researchers developed a new type of vaccine that provides longer protection against a common virus
• ·A city organized a cultural parade to celebrate its diversity with floats representing different ethnic groups
• ·A drought in the western states led to restrictions on water use for lawns and gardens
• ·Scientists used stem cell technology to grow functional organ tissues in a laboratory setting
• ·A new report showed that the number of college graduates entering the tech industry has increased by 18% in the past year
• ·Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents
• ·Scientists developed a new battery technology that doubles the lifespan of electric vehicles
• ·The national ballet company performed a new dance piece to critical acclaim
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of paper saves 7000 gallons of water and 463 gallons of oil