A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 15-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour

The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energyA tech startup created an app that helps users find local second-hand stores

Local schools held a career day with speakers from different industriesA renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home countryWeather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend

A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidaysThe country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourism

A historical museum opened an exhibit about the first women to work in space

Researchers found that playing board games improves social skills in young childrenA local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories

A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries, including muffins and scones, for health-conscious customersA construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 200 affordable housing units

A fitness app added new features, including personalized workout plans and nutrition trackingA farmers market started a “kids’ corner” where children can learn about farming through hands-on activities

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• ·Researchers created a device that turns saltwater into clean drinking water using solar power
• ·A charity started a program to provide free meals to elderly people
• ·A taxi company added wheelchair-accessible vehicles to its fleet to better serve all customers
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic waste
• ·A city launched a recycling program for plastic items that were previously not recyclable
• ·A medical study found that eating dark chocolate in moderation lowers the risk of heart disease
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·A grocery store started selling gluten-free snacks like chips and cookies
• ·A school held a science fair where students presented their research projects to judges
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $580 million
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of glass saves over 300 pounds of carbon dioxide
• ·Firefighters rescue three people from apartment fire in downtown area
• ·A study showed that eating more whole grains can reduce the risk of stroke by 18%
• ·A taxi company added electric vehicles to its fleet cutting fuel costs by 40%
• ·A construction company used recycled materials to build a new community center