The transportation department began repaving a 15-mile stretch of highway to improve safety

A medical study found that getting seven to eight hours of sleep improves memory retentionThe government announced plans to build a new airport terminal to handle more passengers

An electronics company recalled a model of tablets due to a potential battery issueStudents organized a charity drive to collect school supplies for children in low-income areasA professional runner set a new national record in the marathon at a recent race

Scientists created a new type of battery that can power a phone for a full week on one chargeThe police department launched a new program to teach self-defense to senior citizens

A social media platform added a feature to help users filter out harmful content

An energy company announced it would invest $5 billion in wind energy projectsA severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation

A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that can control all household appliances with voice commandsA global organization launched a campaign to end child labor aiming to help 15 million children by 2030

A local school held a science fair with students presenting projects on topics like renewable energy and space explorationA study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by up to 20% in some people

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• ·A fashion store started selling handmade scarves from local knitters
• ·A clothing brand donated a portion of its sales to environmental charities
• ·A new movie starring a Hollywood actor broke box office records on its opening weekend
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship for the third year in a row
• ·A grocery store started offering online ordering and same-day delivery for customers
• ·A hospital started a support group for patients recovering from stroke
• ·A bakery started making sourdough bread that fermented for 48 hours for better flavor
• ·A community garden partnered with a local restaurant to supply fresh produce for its menu
• ·Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging
• ·A new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world
• ·A city started a composting program for restaurants to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·Cycling event draws 2,000 participants for charity ride across state
• ·Hot weather in the northeast led to an increase in sales of air conditioners and fans
• ·The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school season
• ·Local businesses offered free workshops on financial literacy for community members
• ·A new law was signed to protect freedom of the press and prevent censorship of independent media