Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years

A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet ownersThe stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in schoolsScientists observed a rare astronomical event involving a comet passing Earth

The city introduced a bike-sharing program with 100 new bikes at 20 stationsResearchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on driving ability

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• ·Engineers develop portable water purification system for disaster relief
• ·The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by a tornado
• ·Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students
• ·The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket engine for future deep-space missions
• ·A tech startup partnered with a major retailer to sell its products in physical stores
• ·The WHO released guidelines for workplaces to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·The city announced plans to repave 55 miles of roads and repair potholes
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local bakery to sell fresh croissants and pastries in its stores
• ·The national soccer team won a crucial match, securing their spot in next year’s international tournament.
• ·Fire department gives away smoke alarms to low income families
• ·The government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest
• ·The national opera company announced a new production of a classic opera
• ·An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for families traveling with children
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released novel
• ·A car accident on a busy street caused minor delays but no serious injuries
• ·A farm started selling pick-your-own strawberries during the summer