A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual sale

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

Researchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagersA popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer

The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremonyA tech company released a software update to fix security issues

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• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its food
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen that is safe for coral reefs
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·Scientists warned that ocean acidification is threatening coral reefs and marine life
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial data
• ·A airline offered free checked bags for families traveling with children under 12
• ·A community organized a cultural heritage day to celebrate the area’s history
• ·A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with best-selling books
• ·A popular music award show revealed its list of nominees including several independent artists
• ·A local animal shelter organized an adoption event finding homes for over 72 dogs and cats
• ·A study showed that practicing tai chi improves balance and reduces fall risk in seniors
• ·A new messaging app launched with end-to-end encryption for all user conversations
• ·Police department launches app for citizens to report suspicious activity
• ·The national basketball team won a crucial game to advance to the continental championship
• ·The national basketball team won a key qualifier match to advance to the world championship
• ·The government introduced new regulations to protect endangered species from illegal hunting and habitat destruction.