Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and curbside pickup for customers

A survey found that 72% of workers want their employers to offer more flexible work schedulesA best-selling author released a new thriller novel that focuses on cybercrime and hacking

The transportation agency announced plans to add 10 new subway stations to the city’s transit systemArchaeologists found a set of ancient pottery vessels believed to be 4000 years old in a desert caveA major airline announced it would start offering direct flights to three new European cities

Health officials issued a public warning about a recent outbreak of norovirus in local schoolsA city council voted to ban the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to reduce noise and air pollution

A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual

A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hoursA famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader

A study revealed that excessive use of social media can increase anxiety in young adultsThe government launched a program to provide free mental health counseling for veterans

Heavy rains caused mudslides in mountainous areas blocking roads and isolating small communitiesA startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and alerts users to pollution spikes

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• ·A study showed that spending 20 minutes outside daily can reduce symptoms of anxiety
• ·A charity raised funds to build schools in developing countries
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.3% in September the lowest in 15 years
• ·A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·A museum hosted a lecture series by experts on ancient civilizations
• ·Software firm launches project management tool designed for small creative teams
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within 4.5 months
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant to provide clean drinking water to more residents
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie
• ·A popular music festival announced it would add a second weekend due to high ticket demand
• ·The central bank announced it would be lowering interest rates to stimulate economic growth and encourage borrowing.
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-cut fruit cups for on-the-go snacks
• ·A tech startup launched a finance management app
• ·Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young children
• ·The country’s prime minister met with world leaders at an international summit to discuss global trade and economic cooperation.
• ·Doctors developed a new surgical technique that reduces the risk of complications