Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchases

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and old electronicsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policies

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilities

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acresThe national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissions

A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next yearThe city council approved a $180 million project to build a new public transit hub

Archaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry and tools at a dig site dating back 4000 yearsCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

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• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient Roman ruins in a small European village
• ·Theater hosts special screening of classic film with live orchestra accompaniment
• ·A charity raised over $2 million to build schools in rural areas of developing countries
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·A team of veterinarians launched a mobile clinic to provide pet care services to rural communities
• ·A river overflowed its banks after heavy rain causing damage to nearby farms
• ·A hospital announced it will build a new pediatric wing with 40 beds and specialized equipment
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skills
• ·A local newspaper won an award for its investigative reporting on local government corruption
• ·Football team signs veteran quarterback to one-year contract for upcoming season
• ·A bakery won a prize for its bread at a international food festival
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts scheduled in 40 countries over the next year
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Survey finds that most people prefer working from home at least two days a week
• ·Fire department installs new smoke detectors in homes of elderly residents
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays