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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• ·Study reveals that using reusable bags reduces plastic waste by 80 percent
• ·Weather forecasters warned of a possible hurricane approaching the coast
• ·A bakery introduced a seasonal peppermint bark that became a top seller during the holiday season
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $580 million
• ·Researchers found that gardening for an hour a week reduces symptoms of depression
• ·The government announced a new $300 million fund to support small businesses affected by recent economic changes
• ·A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planes
• ·The transportation department announced plans to build a new bus terminal in the city center
• ·An airline announced it would add new routes to tropical destinations for winter travelers
• ·The city council announced plans to add more bike lanes in the city
• ·Local residents held a protest against the construction of a new factory near a residential area
• ·A space agency successfully landed a rover on Mars to search for signs of ancient life
• ·A snowstorm in the northeast dumped three feet of snow closing schools and government offices for two days
• ·A community organized a neighborhood potluck where residents brought dishes to share with their neighbors
• ·The city implemented a new parking system to make finding parking easier downtown
• ·A city banned plastic bags in all retail stores