Retailer introduces app that lets customers scan and pay without checkout lines

A cultural exchange program allowed students to travel to other countries to learn about different traditionsA museum acquired a rare painting by a 19th-century artist for $5 million

A city hosted a food festival featuring dishes from 50 different culturesA popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season after high ratings in its fourth seasonA cultural organization launched a campaign to preserve endangered traditional languages

A new art installation in a city square attracted thousands of visitors with its interactive designA national soccer team won the regional championship after defeating the defending champions 2-1 in the final

A famous athlete broke the world record in the 100-meter sprint with a time of 9.58 seconds

A basketball team won the national title for the third year in a row after a dramatic overtime victoryA tech company donated money to a local school for science equipment

A national park reported an increase in the number of visitors during the summerA bakery started making custom cakes for weddings and birthdays

A construction company used 3D printing technology for part of a building projectA research study showed that exercise can improve memory in older adults

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• ·A hospital started a smoking cessation program
• ·Researchers found a new oil spill cleanup method
• ·The government announced plans to build more clinics in rural areas without nearby hospitals
• ·A museum hosted a lecture by a renowned historian
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·A city launched a bike sharing program to reduce traffic congestion
• ·The national postal service said it will increase delivery speeds with most packages now arriving within 2 days
• ·The national basketball league announced a new sponsorship deal
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries, calling for increased donations.
• ·A tennis player won their 23rd Grand Slam title becoming the oldest champion in the sport’s history
• ·A tennis player won their first Grand Slam tournament after defeating the top-seeded player in the final
• ·A study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients
• ·The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks
• ·A retailer announced it would offer free shipping on all online orders over $50
• ·A survey found that 60% of businesses plan to increase their tech spending next year to improve efficiency
• ·Researchers studied the effects of air pollution on children’s lung development, finding long-term impacts