A celebrity chef appeared on a cooking show to demonstrate how to make a holiday feast

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic wasteThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 27%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 15000 acresCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closuresThe Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on quantum computing

A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a weekA retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees

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• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic violations with photos
• ·Two neighboring countries signed a historic peace agreement after three years of diplomatic negotiations
• ·A major airline offered discounted tickets for travelers who book early
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver in real time
• ·A popular social media app added a feature that lets users create and share short cooking videos
• ·The transportation ministry added more security personnel to public transit stations to improve safety
• ·An airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new park in the downtown area featuring walking trails and a community garden
• ·Plant nursery offers wide variety of native plants for home gardens
• ·A new bike-sharing program launched in the city providing 1200 bikes at 60 stations
• ·The railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·A bookstore hosted a children’s storytime session every Saturday morning
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition holiday collection made from sustainable materials
• ·Researchers found that gardening is a good way to reduce anxiety
• ·The national choir performed a concert at a famous venue
• ·Engineers designed a new bridge that can withstand severe weather conditions