The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

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 skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A 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 computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean

Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobsA famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum

The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertaintyA charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter

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• ·A discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country
• ·Study finds that journaling about positive experiences boosts happiness levels
• ·The public transit system added 50 new buses to reduce overcrowding during peak hours
• ·A taxi company added a wheelchair-accessible filter to its app
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on body image in teenage girls
• ·A new zoo opened a conservation center for endangered big cats
• ·A airline offered frequent flyer members priority boarding and extra baggage allowance
• ·Researchers discovered a new species of fish in the Amazon River
• ·A tech company donated 200 computers to a school district serving low-income communities
• ·A government agency updated its tax filing website to make it more user friendly
• ·Scientists discovered a way to use bacteria to break down oil spills more quickly
• ·A coffee roaster began selling small-batch, single-origin coffee beans sourced from family-owned farms
• ·A city council approved plans to build a new water treatment plant to improve water quality
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play wind instruments
• ·A university research team studied how social media affects romantic relationships
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its award-winning BBQ ribs