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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• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·A study showed that eating nuts daily can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol
• ·A fashion designer created a line of adaptive clothing for people with disabilities that combines style and functionality
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about Leave No Trace principles in wilderness areas
• ·A government program provided first-time homebuyers with down payment assistance up to $15,000
• ·Scientists developed a new rapid test for a viral infection that gives results in 15 minutes
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that connects two neighborhoods and reduces travel time
• ·Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex with fields and courts for youth teams
• ·A city announced plans to install 100 new public Wi-Fi hotspots in parks and community centers
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 94%
• ·A tech company partnered with a university to develop AI tools for personalized learning
• ·A famous actor announced plans to star in a new historical drama next year
• ·Bakery introduces gluten-free croissants made with almond flour
• ·Survey shows majority of employees want more flexible work hours post pandemic
• ·TV network announces new drama series from award winning screenwriter