The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobs

Local authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean

Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobsA famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum

The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertaintyA charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter

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• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 14% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 50 first-generation college students
• ·Renewable energy sources (solar wind hydro) accounted for 25% of global electricity generation last year
• ·A charity collected donations of stuffed animals for children in hospitals
• ·Highway department repairs potholes on major highways before winter
• ·Astronomers share new photos of Saturn’s rings from space probe
• ·A university research team found that certain plant extracts can help reduce inflammation in chronic illnesses
• ·Health officials issued a public alert about a surge in seasonal flu cases urging young children and the elderly to get vaccinated
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a university to fund research in artificial intelligence
• ·The fire department rescued a family of five from a house fire in the early morning hours
• ·Study reveals that reusable containers save households money
• ·A study found that swimming for 30 minutes three times a week can improve heart health
• ·A local animal shelter rescued over 100 abandoned pets during a winter storm, appealing for foster homes.
• ·Farmers used organic fertilizers to improve the quality of their produce
• ·A city council approved the construction of 300 new affordable housing units
• ·A study showed that spending time in nature can reduce symptoms of depression by 35% in adults