A smartphone company launched a trade-in program, offering up to $500 for old devices to reduce electronic waste

Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal fluA popular social media platform introduced new privacy features

The city council voted to increase the minimum wage for workersA research study found that regular exercise improves mental healthA famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in international cuisine

The government launched a program to support small businesses affected by the pandemicA new smartphone app helps users track their daily water intake

Local firefighters rescued several people from a burning building

Scientists developed a new type of material that is both strong and lightweightGolf tournament raises money for local youth mentorship program

Study shows that pets help reduce anxiety in college studentsTea shop offers rare teas from remote regions of Asia

Police department uses body cameras to increase transparencyDance school puts on holiday performance with live music

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• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fans
• ·The federal bank announced it will adjust interest rates to stabilize the national currency
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·The government launched a campaign to teach people about the importance of recycling
• ·Study shows that adding turmeric to meals has anti inflammatory benefits
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for owners of reptiles and birds
• ·A tech startup released an app that helps users find local fitness classes like yoga and spin
• ·A charity collected 2,000 winter coats to distribute to homeless individuals and low-income families
• ·Coast guard rescues stranded hikers from coastal trail during storm
• ·A construction company began work on a new shopping center in the suburbs
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests can increase the number of immune cells in the body
• ·A museum offered free guided tours for school groups to teach kids about history
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on relationships among teenagers
• ·Scientists created a way to recycle old cell phones and extract valuable metals safely
• ·A major airline added direct flights to two new Asian cities starting in the fall