The national library digitized thousands of old documents to make them accessible online

Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes and heavy floodingThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

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 skillsThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coast

A 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 computers

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA team of marine biologists studied the migration patterns of whales in the Atlantic Ocean

Local schools added coding classes to prepare students for future tech jobsA famous actor donated his collection of vintage cars to a transportation museum

The stock market recovered quickly after a short period of uncertaintyA charity organization distributed hot meals to homeless people during winter

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• ·A farm started a educational program for school groups to learn about farming
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill to practice emergency responses in tall buildings
• ·Students participated in a competition to design sustainable products
• ·A public library started lending e-readers pre-loaded with best-selling books
• ·A small plane crashed in a mountainous area with the pilot rescued by a search team
• ·A construction project to renovate an old library began this week
• ·Scientists developed a safe and efficient way to recycle old batteries
• ·A study found that remote work has increased employee satisfaction by 38% in tech firms
• ·A tech company said it will launch a new smart home device controlling appliances via voice
• ·A severe thunderstorm with lightning strikes caused power outages for 5000 homes in the suburbs
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu items
• ·Research shows that laughter therapy reduces chronic pain in elderly patients
• ·Track and field athletes set personal bests at regional invitational meet
• ·A hospital started offering telehealth services for patients who cannot visit in person
• ·A study revealed that excessive screen time is linked to poor sleep quality in teenagers
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs