Researchers created a rapid test for a common respiratory virus that gives results in 10 minutes

A hotel chain started using biodegradable cleaning products in all its roomsA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2000 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to food banksA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 5000 acres with no threat to nearby homesA new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours

Local farmers markets started accepting food stamps to expand access to fresh produceThe WHO launched a campaign to eliminate polio in three remaining countries

A golfer won a tournament after sinking a 50-foot putt on the final hole

A hospital announced it will add a new emergency department wing with 30 bedsFirefighters rescue family of four from house fire in early morning hours

Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next yearResearch finds that playing board games improves problem solving skills in children

Shoe brand releases new line of sneakers made from recycled plastic bottlesCoast guard conducts hurricane preparedness drills along coastal areas

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• ·The government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcare
• ·The government launched a public awareness campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·A new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade
• ·The national postal service said it will speed up deliveries with most packages arriving within 2 days
• ·A car accident on a busy street caused minor delays but no serious injuries
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about the history of the civil rights movement
• ·Coast guard rescues boaters caught in storm off northern coast
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a recent storm
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s art program
• ·The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours to handle the increase in online orders
• ·A study found that spending time with pets lowers stress hormones and improves mood in adults
• ·Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next year
• ·An energy company announced it would invest $5 billion in wind energy projects
• ·A study in a top medical journal found daily exercise can improve mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms
• ·Researchers found that eating dark chocolate in moderation can have health benefits for the heart
• ·The military sent helicopters to rescue stranded hikers after a sudden snowstorm in the mountains