Heavy snowfall disrupted air travel and road traffic in northern parts of the country.

A popular online retailer offered free gift wrapping during the holiday seasonResearchers found that spending time in nature reduces the risk of depression in adults

The police department added more officers to patrol shopping centers during the holiday rushA luxury hotel chain announced it will offer free breakfast to all guests starting next monthDoctors recommended that people limit their intake of processed meats to reduce cancer risk

The local zoo started offering behind-the-scenes tours to teach visitors about animal careA new study showed that weight training can improve balance in older adults

The city council voted to fund a new public art project in the main square

A tech company released a new smart home device that controls lighting and temperatureA major snack company recalled a popular product due to possible contamination with allergens

Scientists identified a new enzyme that helps the body break down fat more efficientlyThe city installed new traffic cameras to catch drivers running red lights

A famous chef opened a new restaurant specializing in fusion cuisine combining two culturesResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

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• ·A photographer hosted an exhibition of black-and-white photos of the city’s historic downtown
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters in stormy waters
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that helps the body fight infections
• ·Engineers design new system to reduce energy use in office buildings
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising
• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved camera
• ·A software company partnered with a school district to provide free coding classes for students
• ·A small café started serving breakfast all day to cater to customers with different schedules
• ·Juice bar uses organic fruits to make cold pressed juices
• ·A school district hired a new music teacher to start a marching band program
• ·The transit system announced plans to upgrade its trains with Wi-Fi and charging ports
• ·Scientists studied how noise pollution in cities affects the behavior of birds
• ·A bakery started making custom cakes for weddings and special events
• ·The government started a campaign to encourage citizens to vote in the upcoming local elections
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden