A retailer announced it would offer free returns on all online purchases for 60 days

A new survey found 60% of employees prefer hybrid work combining remote and in-office daysAn international aid group delivered 10000 tons of food to a country facing famine due to conflict

A major fashion brand said it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines next yearA study in a science journal found natural sunlight exposure improves children’s cognitive functionLocal firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries

A tech company announced 1000 layoffs as part of a restructuring to focus on core productsThe national postal service said it will speed up deliveries with most packages arriving within 2 days

Scientists discovered a new deep-ocean marine species using a remotely operated underwater vehicle

A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season due to high ratings and critical praiseAstronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospitalStudy finds that learning a second language improves memory in kids

Candle company releases fall collection with scents like pumpkin spice and cedarParamedics use new equipment to treat heart attack patients faster

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• ·A new law passed increasing the minimum wage by 10% to improve low-income workers’ living standards
• ·Coffee shop switches to compostable cups and straws to reduce plastic waste
• ·A farm started selling homemade jams and jellies at local markets, using excess fruit to reduce waste
• ·Health officials issued a warning about a recent outbreak of food poisoning linked to contaminated lettuce
• ·A city installed new street signs to make downtown easier to navigate
• ·A major food company announced plans to reduce the amount of sugar in its products
• ·Researchers found that cuddling with pets reduces stress hormones in the body
• ·A local newspaper printed a special edition celebrating the city’s 100th anniversary
• ·A music festival raised $2 million for local homeless shelters through ticket sales
• ·A tech startup raised $240 million in a new funding round valuing the company at over $1.4 billion
• ·Researchers calculated that using public transit instead of driving reduces carbon emissions by 45%
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·A restaurant added a vegan menu with 15 new dishes
• ·A coffee shop hosted a charity fundraiser where $1 from each drink sold went to a local school
• ·A government agency updated its website to include more resources for small business owners
• ·A study showed that learning a musical instrument improves brain function in kids