A popular streaming platform added a new category for independent films

Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a groundbreaking surgery to separate conjoined twins, a procedure that took 12 hours.

The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in August, the lowest level in over a decade, according to labor department data.A group of environmental activists organized a peaceful protest in the capital, calling for stricter laws to protect endangered species.A famous author announced the release of their highly anticipated new novel, which will hit bookstores in December.

Local schools will introduce a new curriculum focused on mental health education starting next semester, officials confirmed.A large tech company announced it will invest $2 billion in renewable energy projects over the next five years to achieve carbon neutrality.

A tornado touched down in a rural community yesterday, destroying 12 homes and injuring three people; emergency services are providing aid.

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global health emergency due to the spread of a new infectious disease variant.A coffee shop started roasting its own beans to ensure freshness and quality

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signings

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• ·Research indicates that practicing gratitude journaling improves mental health
• ·A scientist developed a new type of battery that is safer and more durable than current models
• ·A team of engineers upgraded the city’s water system
• ·The stock market received a boost from positive news about a new trade agreement
• ·Firefighters conduct fire safety workshops in elementary schools this month
• ·Scientists found evidence that global warming is affecting the migration of birds
• ·A study found that eating breakfast every day improves academic performance in high school students
• ·A grocery store chain started selling pre-made healthy meal kits for busy families
• ·Government approves funding for new public park in urban neighborhood
• ·A heavy dust storm swept through the western desert region reducing visibility to less than a mile
• ·The national basketball team won a crucial game to advance to the continental championship
• ·A city installed new traffic lights with countdown timers to improve pedestrian safety
• ·City council votes to add more bike lanes on major roads to promote cycling
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app to help riders recover lost items
• ·A major food company announced it will reduce the amount of salt in its products by 20%
• ·A major sports league announced it will add three new teams starting from the 2026 season