Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·A popular musician performed a free concert in a public square to celebrate the city’s anniversary
• ·A famous singer released a new single that became the most-streamed song globally in 24 hours
• ·A social media platform launched a new tool to help users manage screen time
• ·The government launched a program to help farmers adopt more sustainable practices
• ·The national rugby team announced a new captain
• ·The prime minister attended an international summit on global trade agreements
• ·A popular coffee chain announced plans to open several new locations in the area
• ·A pet groomer added a teeth-cleaning service for dogs that became popular among local pet owners
• ·A local museum opened a new exhibition showcasing ancient artifacts from around the world
• ·Photography exhibit featuring wildlife from African savannas opens downtown
• ·A local community center started offering free language classes for immigrants and refugees
• ·Public transport companies introduced contactless payment options
• ·A tech company announced it will launch a new smart home device that controls all household appliances with voice commands
• ·The country’s education system is undergoing a series of reforms
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect endangered sea turtles from fishing nets
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect consumers from fraud and false advertising by businesses.