A retailer announced it would offer free returns on all online purchases for 60 days

A new survey found 60% of employees prefer hybrid work combining remote and in-office daysAn international aid group delivered 10000 tons of food to a country facing famine due to conflict

A major fashion brand said it will use only sustainable materials in its clothing lines next yearA study in a science journal found natural sunlight exposure improves children’s cognitive functionLocal firefighters rescued three people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries

A tech company announced 1000 layoffs as part of a restructuring to focus on core productsThe national postal service said it will speed up deliveries with most packages arriving within 2 days

Scientists discovered a new deep-ocean marine species using a remotely operated underwater vehicle

A popular TV show was renewed for a fifth season due to high ratings and critical praiseAstronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Running club hosts 10K race to raise money for children’s hospitalStudy finds that learning a second language improves memory in kids

Candle company releases fall collection with scents like pumpkin spice and cedarParamedics use new equipment to treat heart attack patients faster

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• ·The police department launched a new app that allows users to report suspicious activity anonymously
• ·Researchers discovered that certain plants can remove harmful chemicals from the soil
• ·A community organized a charity run that raised $15,000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year
• ·Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.
• ·A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown area
• ·The city held a food festival featuring dishes from different cultures around the world
• ·The stock market climbed 1.8% following the release of strong employment data
• ·The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food prices
• ·A city council approved a plan to plant more trees in urban areas
• ·A study found that athletes who get 8-9 hours of sleep per night perform 15% better in competitions
• ·A charity organization built temporary shelters for families displaced by a wildfire
• ·A famous chef released a new cookbook featuring restaurant recipes which quickly sold out its first print run
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A bakery switched to compostable packaging for all its products to reduce waste
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage remote teams more efficiently