Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years

A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet ownersThe stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in schoolsScientists observed a rare astronomical event involving a comet passing Earth

The city introduced a bike-sharing program with 100 new bikes at 20 stationsResearchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on driving ability

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• ·A music festival organizer added more stages to accommodate larger crowds
• ·Dietitian recommends adding quinoa to diets for plant-based protein
• ·A tech startup released a new device that helps monitor heart health at home
• ·Doctors urged people to get regular eye exams to detect vision problems early
• ·Theater group performs original play about local history at community center
• ·The government passed a law to protect endangered wildlife habitats from industrial development
• ·A major clothing brand announced it will expand its size range to include plus sizes
• ·The government announced a plan to reduce student loan debt for graduates in public service jobs
• ·A music festival announced it will offer free tickets to volunteers who help with cleanup
• ·A car manufacturer revealed a new electric sedan with a 500-mile driving range
• ·An international organization donated medical supplies to countries facing shortages
• ·The city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public transportation hub downtown
• ·A tech startup created an app that helps users track their food waste at home
• ·A charity organization distributed hot soup and blankets to homeless people during a cold snap
• ·TV show wins best comedy award