A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research

An energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 60000 homesA hurricane brought 105 mph winds to coastal areas damaging harbors and marinas

The WHO released guidelines for workplaces to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesA soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contractA new light rail system opened connecting the suburbs to downtown in 25 minutes

Marine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 8% per yearThe government passed a law to increase the minimum wage by $2.00 next year

A music festival raised $2.5 million for local animal shelters through ticket sales

Farmers used artificial intelligence to predict crop yields and optimize planting schedulesA tech company announced it will lay off 1400 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products

The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 daysScientists discovered a new species of marine life in the deep ocean using a remotely operated underwater vehicle

A popular TV show was renewed for a sixth season following high ratings and positive reviews from criticsLocal businesses reported a 25% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year

(责任编辑：Business Bits)

• ·A hospital used telemedicine to treat patients in remote areas who can’t travel
• ·A tech company released a new productivity app that helps users block distracting websites
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·Theater group puts on outdoor production of Romeo and Juliet in city park
• ·Research finds that reading before bed helps improve sleep quality in adults
• ·Local residents celebrated the opening of a new community center which includes a gym library and youth club
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·A fashion designer created a line of clothing made from recycled ocean plastic to raise awareness about ocean pollution
• ·A professional basketball player signed a record-breaking $250 million contract with a new team, making it the largest deal in league history.
• ·A tech company released software that helps small businesses manage social media accounts
• ·The stock market reached a new record high on Tuesday driven by strong earnings from tech and healthcare firms
• ·A group of scientists warned that rising sea levels could submerge coastal cities within the next 50 years if carbon emissions are not reduced.
• ·A coffee shop began selling breakfast sandwiches made with organic eggs and locally sourced bacon
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their water intake and set hydration goals
• ·A farm began using solar panels to power its irrigation systems
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition