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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• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors
• ·A famous musician announced a world tour to promote their latest album
• ·Local businesses organized a market to sell handmade products
• ·A cultural organization launched a campaign to preserve endangered traditional languages
• ·The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertainty
• ·A construction company began work on a new highway bypass to reduce traffic in downtown areas
• ·A study found that children who play musical instruments perform better in reading and math classes
• ·A popular social media platform added a new feature to let users share short video clips
• ·A scientist discovered a way to convert plastic waste into clean fuel
• ·A team of veterinarians opened a new clinic specializing in the care of exotic pets like reptiles
• ·A farmer’s market added 10 new vendors selling handmade soaps and candles this season
• ·Local farmers markets started selling homemade jams and preserves made from local fruits
• ·Doctors urged people to get vaccinated against the seasonal flu
• ·The military provided assistance to local authorities in evacuating residents from a flood-prone area