Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchases

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and old electronicsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policies

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilities

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acresThe national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissions

A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next yearThe city council approved a $180 million project to build a new public transit hub

Archaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry and tools at a dig site dating back 4000 yearsCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

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• ·Fitness center adds new cardio equipment and weight training machines
• ·The national soccer team won a crucial match to qualify for the World Cup
• ·A farmers market added a section for local artisans to sell handmade jewelry and crafts
• ·Ambulance service expands to cover rural areas with new satellite stations
• ·A new survey found that 69% of parents support extended school hours for after-school programs
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to its lowest level in a decade
• ·A school district announced it will provide free mental health counseling for students
• ·Scientists test new vaccine candidate for preventing childhood asthma flare ups
• ·The federal reserve stated it will keep interest rates stable to support small business growth
• ·A new study revealed that children who read for 30 minutes a day have better language skills than those who don’t
• ·The city council voted to ban single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A charity started a job training program for homeless people
• ·Scientists found that listening to soft music can help people focus while studying
• ·A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 24 countries within 24 hours
• ·The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from factory emissions