Online retailer offers free returns on all purchases

The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two yearsA popular clothing brand announced a collaboration with a famous athlete to create sportswear

Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver diseaseThe local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandasA new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases endurance

The city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countriesScientists found a new planet that could support life due to its distance from its star

The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western states

A tech company donated $1 million to support science and math programs in public schoolsA new restaurant specializing in plant-based burgers opened to long lines

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food pricesA charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

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• ·Community organizes cleanup event that removes 5 tons of trash from local river
• ·A research team found that air pollution can have a negative impact on children’s lung development and long-term health.
• ·University scientists develop biodegradable packaging for fresh produce
• ·A fire department taught residents how to use fire extinguishers in a hands-on workshop
• ·The country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this month
• ·A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking system
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about fire prevention in wilderness areas
• ·A gym offered online fitness classes for people who can’t attend in person
• ·A community organization hosted a charity run that raised $12000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating berries reduces the risk of age-related memory loss
• ·A scientist developed a new method to test water purity using a portable device
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 94%
• ·A major bookstore chain announced it will open 10 new locations focusing on community events
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·A basketball player was named the most valuable player (MVP) of the season after averaging 30 points per game
• ·The city banned single-use plastic bags in all retail stores