Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchases

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and old electronicsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policies

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilities

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acresThe national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissions

A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next yearThe city council approved a $180 million project to build a new public transit hub

Archaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry and tools at a dig site dating back 4000 yearsCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

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• ·Elementary school takes students on field trip to local zoo for science class
• ·A local newspaper started a weekly column highlighting local environmental initiatives
• ·The government announced tax credits for homeowners who install solar panels on their roofs
• ·A retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees
• ·An airline announced discounted fares for military personnel and their families
• ·A pet rescue organization started a pet food bank for low-income pet owners
• ·The university hosted an international conference on global health issues
• ·A national park closed temporarily due to severe drought conditions that increased the risk of wildfires
• ·A popular social media app added a feature that lets users create and share short cooking videos
• ·Researchers announced a battery technology breakthrough with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 15 minutes
• ·A gym started a rehabilitation program to help people recover from injuries through gentle exercise
• ·Local police partnered with community groups to prevent gang violence
• ·A school district hired a new art teacher to expand the visual arts program
• ·The WHO released guidelines for schools to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·A farm started a winery
• ·A tech giant announced it will launch a new streaming service competing with existing platforms by offering exclusive content