A software company partnered with a school district to offer free coding classes for high schoolers

A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2000 new jobsLocal 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 fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s mealsResearchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depression

The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors

The government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologiesA tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodA local farmers’ market started selling homemade jams and honey

Weather forecasters warned of a cold snap that will bring freezing temperaturesA team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

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• ·Electronics store offers discounts on laptops for back to school season
• ·A study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-owners
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that is more durable and environmentally friendly
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that can last longer than traditional ones
• ·The government offered grants to small businesses that develop eco-friendly products
• ·Research shows that practicing gratitude improves mental health over time
• ·The railway service announced it would offer free Wi-Fi on all its trains by the end of the year
• ·A major retail store announced plans to reduce its carbon footprint
• ·The community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department
• ·A restaurant introduced a weekend brunch menu with vegan pancakes and avocado toast
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from high credit card fees
• ·A bookstore started a book club for teens focused on young adult fiction
• ·The government provided drought relief to farmers struggling with crop losses
• ·A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed third
• ·A famous author released a highly anticipated new novel that quickly became an international bestseller