Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social media

Doctors warned about the rise in cases of childhood obesity linked to sugary drinksAn international organization donated 10000 blankets to refugees in war-torn regions

The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energyA tech startup created an app that helps users find local second-hand storesLocal schools held a career day with speakers from different industries

A renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home countryWeather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend

A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidays

The country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourismA hospital started a telemedicine program, allowing patients in rural areas to consult with specialists remotely

A national forest announced it will open 20 new camping sites next year to accommodate more visitorsA fashion brand started using recycled plastic bottles to make its activewear, diverting 100,000 bottles from landfills

A city installed 15 new crosswalks with pedestrian-activated signals in busy commercial areasResearchers studied the impact of social media use on teenage mental health, finding a link between excessive use and anxiety

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• ·Local businesses supported a program to train young people for jobs
• ·A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar cookies for health-conscious customers
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·Researchers studied the impact of diet on gut health in children
• ·A study revealed that students who study in quiet environments retain information better than those in noisy settings
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·Archaeologists discovered an ancient temple in a remote area dating back over 2000 years
• ·Doctors recommended that people limit their intake of sugary drinks to prevent obesity
• ·A best-selling author released a new mystery novel that quickly topped international book lists
• ·Local schools updated their curriculum to include more practical skills
• ·A charity launched a program to teach digital skills to senior citizens
• ·A tennis player won a tournament after coming back from a set down in the final
• ·Astronomers find evidence of liquid water on distant exoplanet
• ·Automotive company recalls 40,000 pickup trucks over faulty steering components
• ·The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year
• ·A farm started growing a variety of herbs to sell to local restaurants and chefs