The central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchasesA university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate change

A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driverA study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry

A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 peopleA farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture practices

A fashion designer collaborated with a popular influencer to create a limited-edition clothing line

A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community useA bakery started offering catering services for events

A construction company built a new fire station in a growing neighborhoodA smartphone company released a new accessory for its phones

A farmers market started a program to help small farmers sell their productsA hospital purchased new medical equipment to improve patient care

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• ·Local residents signed a petition against the closure of a community garden to build a parking lot
• ·A music festival announced its lineup of artists for next year
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1500 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products
• ·A library started offering digital literacy classes for adults learning to use computers
• ·Study finds that journaling reduces stress and anxiety in college students
• ·A small business owner expanded their online store to include international shipping
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect consumers from false advertising imposing heavy fines on violators
• ·Doctors successfully performed a rare surgery to treat a patient with a heart condition
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• ·A new species of bird was spotted in a national park
• ·International teams are working together to address climate change
• ·A study found that listening to upbeat music improves mood and energy levels
• ·Animal shelter partners with local vet clinic to provide free spay neuter services
• ·A study found that spending time with friends reduces the risk of depression in young adults
• ·The local zoo celebrated the birth of a baby giraffe as part of its endangered species program
• ·A restaurant was awarded a best local cuisine prize by a regional food magazine