The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean

Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobsA famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum

The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertaintyA charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter

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• ·A bookstore started a program to donate books to prisons and detention centers
• ·A popular sandwich chain announced plans to open 28 new locations in southern states next year
• ·The postal service introduced a new tracking system for packages that provides real-time updates
• ·Study indicates that playing chess improves problem solving skills in elementary students
• ·A professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent race
• ·A luxury hotel chain decided to stop using single-use plastics in all its hotels
• ·A team of researchers found a new way to purify water using sunlight that is 50% more efficient than existing methods
• ·A renowned music festival revealed its lineup including Grammy-winning artists and indie bands
• ·Police seized $75000 worth of counterfeit electronics in a raid on a downtown market
• ·Teachers are using virtual reality headsets to take students on virtual field trips to historical sites
• ·The national currency strengthened against the dollar by 1.5% following positive trade balance data
• ·A new study showed that weight training can improve balance in older adults
• ·A new study found that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease by 30%
• ·Ambulance service expands coverage to rural areas
• ·A historic train station in the city center was converted into a museum showcasing railway history
• ·Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the mountains of Costa Rica