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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• ·A musician’s new album received 4-star reviews from local music critics
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and spinal cord injuries
• ·A charity collected school supplies for low-income kids
• ·A restaurant app added dietary restriction filters
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship for the third year in a row
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·Local authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities
• ·The transportation ministry announced it would be introducing new safety measures for public transit, including more security cameras and staff training.
• ·Dance troupe performs sold out shows in three major cities
• ·Researchers found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average in most regions
• ·A famous athlete announced his retirement from professional sports
• ·A local hospital announced it will expand its emergency department, adding 20 new beds and hiring 50 more staff members.
• ·Doctors used stem cell therapy to treat a patient with a severe spinal cord injury
• ·International space agency shares images of recent asteroid flyby near Earth
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep sea fish living near hydrothermal vents