A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual sale

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 skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA 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 computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdays

Researchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagersA popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designer

The national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremonyA tech company released a software update to fix security issues

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• ·A new study showed that excessive use of social media affects teenagers' academic performance
• ·Scientists discovered a new method to clean oil spills more effectively
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable clothing line made from recycled materials
• ·Book publisher signs deal with best selling author for three new novels
• ·The education department launched a new program to provide free tutoring services to students from low-income families.
• ·Engineers completed construction of a new suspension bridge connecting two coastal towns
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·A shortage of affordable housing forced 10,000 families to live in temporary accommodation
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous celebrity
• ·A major hotel chain announced plans to open 38 new hotels in Asia over the next three years
• ·A construction company finished building a new hospital wing for pediatric care
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a viral infection that provides results in 10 minutes
• ·The government passed a law to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes to minors
• ·An international organization launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 500,000 people in drought-stricken areas.
• ·A university awarded honorary degrees to three leaders in the fields of science and education
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to provide clean drinking water to 5 million people in rural areas