A new TV show based on a popular video game became one of the most-watched series of the year

A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for two people at $10 eachA study found that spending time with friends can lower stress hormones by 23%

The military announced it will host a youth summer camp focused on leadership skillsA winter storm dumped 18 inches of snow on northern cities closing schools for two daysA tech company allowed employees to choose their own work hours with no core time requirements

Local authorities opened a new shelter for homeless veterans with 75 bedsThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a poet known for works on social justice

A fast-food chain added plant-based chicken sandwiches to all its locations nationwide

Researchers found that taking short walks every hour can reduce back pain in office workersInternational space agency shares images of recent asteroid flyby near Earth

School district provides free laptops to students from low income householdsMajor coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

Research team finds link between daily water intake and improved skin elasticityCity officials announce closure of main street for weekend music festival

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• ·A pet store started offering puppy training classes for new dog owners
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of plant in a remote rainforest that has potential medicinal properties
• ·Researchers calculated that taking public transit instead of driving saves 200 gallons of gas per year
• ·A tech company released a software update that adds new features to its popular app
• ·A local theater company announced a new season featuring classic plays and original works by local playwrights
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public art projects in downtown areas
• ·A tech startup partnered with a major retailer to sell its products in physical stores
• ·Researchers developed a new feed for livestock that reduces methane emissions
• ·Local farmers reported a 28% increase in corn yields thanks to new drought-resistant seeds
• ·Local businesses reported a 24% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·The United Nations held a summit to discuss strategies to reduce global plastic waste
• ·A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators
• ·A popular music artist released a new album which topped the charts in over 22 countries within 24 hours
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·A bookstore started a book club for parents and kids that focuses on children’s literature
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at national competition