Major electronics retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policy to 60 days

A new zoo exhibit opened featuring rare primate species from the rainforests of AfricaResearchers studied the impact of urban light pollution on the mating habits of fireflies

Local police solved a series of burglaries in the suburbs using surveillance camera footageA popular coffee chain introduced a new seasonal beverage made with locally sourced honeyThe city council approved plans to build a new community pool in a suburban neighborhood

Scientists identified a new species of orchid in the Amazon rainforest with unique purple bloomsA legendary rock band announced a reunion tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their debut album

The country’s export of electronic goods increased by 20 percent in the last quarter

A hospital opened a new cancer treatment center with state-of-the-art medical equipmentThe city implemented a program to recycle electronic waste

A major airline planned to add more flights to tourist destinationsResearchers found that learning to play an instrument improves memory in the elderly

The government planned to build more bike-sharing stations in the cityA tech company announced a new partnership with a car manufacturer

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• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·Researchers found a link between regular meditation and improved focus
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Freelance marketplace launches new feature for clients to hire freelance writers
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses adopt digital technology
• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s hurricane season will have fewer storms than average
• ·A government program helped first time homebuyers with down payment assistance
• ·A local artist created a series of murals highlighting the city’s history of civil rights
• ·Local businesses reported a 20% increase in sales during the recent holiday weekend, compared to the same period last year.
• ·The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a flood
• ·Weather conditions caused delays in air travel across the country
• ·A café hosted a fundraiser for a local animal shelter
• ·A local theater showed foreign films
• ·The United Nations released a report on climate change impacts on coastal communities
• ·Coast guard rescues five sailors from sinking boat during severe storm
• ·The government passed regulations to limit air pollution from industrial facilities