A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver

A charity started a program to help elderly people learn how to use smartphones and computersA research study found that drinking green tea may boost the immune system

A sports team hosted a fan appreciation day with free activities and giveawaysA local newspaper printed a special section on local historyA bakery introduced a new flavor of bread made with ancient grains

A construction company used solar power to run its equipment during a projectA smartphone app that helps users find local restaurants added a feature for dietary restrictions

A farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier

A hospital started a support group for cancer patientsA popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer

The national hockey league started its new season with a record number of viewersA tech company released an update to fix security vulnerabilities in its software

The government provided financial assistance to small businesses affected by floodsA local market started selling fresh produce directly from nearby farms

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• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in August, the lowest level in over a decade, according to labor department data.
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that can store solar energy for nighttime use
• ·Film festival announces lineup including works from 25 countries
• ·A farm began selling its products directly to restaurants which increased its profits by 25%
• ·A major airline announced it will add 20 new international routes by the end of the year to meet growing travel demand.
• ·Teachers attend workshop on integrating technology into classroom lessons
• ·A city council voted to convert a vacant lot into a community garden for local residents
• ·A nonprofit organization raised $50,000 to build a new playground in a low-income neighborhood
• ·Yoga studio offers restorative yoga classes for people with chronic pain
• ·The city hosted an international trade fair showcasing products from over 50 countries
• ·A popular bakery chain announced it will open 30 new locations in coastal cities next spring
• ·Local residents voted in favor of a new tax to fund improvements to public schools including new classrooms and technology
• ·A city installed new public art installations in downtown areas to attract tourists
• ·A library added books in 10 different languages to support immigrant families
• ·Schools launched a new program to teach students about financial literacy
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.9 mmHg in adults with hypertension