Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

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 signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·A team of veterinarians provided free spay and neuter services to low-income pet owners
• ·Study finds that reading aloud to kids improves their listening skills
• ·Marine researchers documented a rare sighting of blue whales in a coastal sanctuary
• ·A major car manufacturer unveiled its first fully electric SUV set to go on sale in early 2026
• ·A new study indicated that regular exercise reduces the risk of developing certain cancers
• ·A major airline said it will add 20 new international routes next year to meet growing travel demand
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a collection of ancient artifacts at a dig site including pottery and jewelry
• ·A farmers market added a food truck section
• ·The stock market experienced a minor decline after news of a global supply chain disruption
• ·A construction company finished building a new apartment complex with affordable housing units
• ·A major fashion brand announced it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines starting next year
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years to critical acclaim
• ·A electronics company recalled a batch of wireless headphones due to a potential overheating issue
• ·Wildlife rescue group saves baby deer from busy highway
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students with disabilities access education
• ·A severe cold wave led to school closures and increased demand for heating fuel