The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying poverty alleviation

A new study revealed that adequate sleep improves students' academic performanceThe city implemented a new parking system to make parking easier

A major food company planned to reduce the amount of sugar in its productsScientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from wasteThe school board approved the construction of a new elementary school

Researchers found that interacting with pets can lower blood pressureThe government started a program to help small businesses use digital technology

A tech startup launched an app to help people manage their personal finances

Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems earlyThe country’s GDP grew by 1.5 percent in the last quarter driven by service industries

A historical society opened a museum exhibit featuring vintage photographs of the cityResearchers found that playing musical instruments improves memory in older adults

A music festival announced it will use 100 percent renewable energy for next year’s eventThe city council voted to add more bike lanes to reduce traffic congestion

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• ·A bookstore offered 20% off all books during a holiday sale, attracting record numbers of customers
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight entertainment systems
• ·The school district announced a new anti bullying program for all schools
• ·A university opened a new art gallery featuring works by current students and alumni
• ·A hotel offered staycation packages with discounts for residents of the surrounding area
• ·A public library announced it will loan out power tools and gardening equipment to residents
• ·A bakery received a certificate of excellence for its sustainable business practices
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users manage their daily schedules
• ·Study shows that gardening improves hand-eye coordination in young children
• ·A research team developed a new method to purify water more efficiently
• ·Wages grew by 4.1% in the past year outpacing inflation for the first time in three years
• ·A photographer’s work was displayed in a local art gallery for a month
• ·Clothing brand launches sustainable line made from recycled ocean plastic
• ·Public library partners with local bookstore to host monthly author events
• ·The transportation ministry announced it would be introducing new safety measures for public transit, including more security cameras and staff training.
• ·A software company offered free training workshops for small business owners