The central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchasesA university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate change

A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driverA study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry

A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 peopleA farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture practices

A fashion designer collaborated with a popular influencer to create a limited-edition clothing line

A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community useA bakery started offering catering services for events

A construction company built a new fire station in a growing neighborhoodA smartphone company released a new accessory for its phones

A farmers market started a program to help small farmers sell their productsA hospital purchased new medical equipment to improve patient care

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• ·Electronics store offers discounts on laptops for back to school season
• ·A supermarket chain started donating unsold bread to local shelters daily
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·Farmers reported higher crop yields thanks to improved irrigation systems
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local bakery to sell fresh croissants and pastries in its stores
• ·A smartphone company offered a trade in program for old phones to reduce electronic waste
• ·A streaming service added a collection of documentaries about environmental issues
• ·A school started a recycling program that reduces its waste by 30% each month
• ·Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·A popular music festival revealed its lineup will include both legendary artists and rising stars
• ·An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decade
• ·A study found that drinking plenty of water improves concentration and productivity in office workers
• ·Local schools started using reusable water bottles to reduce plastic waste
• ·A swimmer set a new national record in the 200-meter freestyle event at the national championships
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce more original content
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tablets