Cross country team sets new school record at state competition

Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shoppingDoctors used 3D printing to create a custom prosthetic for a patient with a limb defect

The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in OctoberEnvironmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new logging project in a protected forestA best-selling author announced a book tour with 30 stops across North America

Schools added mental health workshops to the academic calendar for students and staffAn energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 60000 homes

A hurricane brought 105 mph winds to coastal areas damaging harbors and marinas

The WHO released guidelines for workplaces to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesNewsletter gives advice on preparing for winter storms

Scientists work with other countries to study global weather patternsThe government announced a new $520 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shifts

Scientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Parkinson’s disease using stem cell therapyA major airline revealed plans to add 22 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demand

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• ·A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own reusable cups
• ·A local theater showed a documentary about local history that attracted large audiences
• ·A community group organized a neighborhood potluck that brought together 80 residents for a meal
• ·A study found that reading fiction can enhance empathy and emotional intelligence
• ·Medical researchers found that regular yoga practice can improve flexibility and joint health
• ·The local zoo announced the arrival of a new animal from another country
• ·Police arrested four suspects linked to a series of thefts in the city’s business district
• ·A research team studied the effects of social media on teenage mental health
• ·A tech company donated 200 computers to a school district serving low-income communities
• ·Engineers developed a new battery technology that extends electric vehicle range by 50%
• ·A study revealed that students who participate in sports teams have better time-management skills
• ·Sports league introduces new safety rules for youth athletes to prevent injuries
• ·A fashion brand announced it would stop using animal products in its clothing
• ·A hotel announced it will switch to 100% renewable energy by installing solar panels on its roof
• ·Researchers found that eating a small amount of dark chocolate daily improves blood flow
• ·The school district announced a new program to support students with special needs