An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe mayor announced a plan to build 8000 affordable housing units over the next four years

A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet ownersScientists developed a way to recycle plastic into clothing fibers

Local schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s art programThe national ballet company performed a new show that sold out in days

A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 40 percent by 2030The government introduced new laws to protect endangered plant species in national parks

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• ·Engineers completed a new tunnel under a river that reduces commute time by 30 minutes
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a rare heart surgery on a 6-month-old infant
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the birthday of a famous artist
• ·A research team found evidence of water on a distant planet
• ·Scientists observed changes in bird diets due to climate change
• ·Archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from bone in a cave system
• ·Researchers found that a plant-based diet can lower cholesterol levels in adults
• ·A medical study found that drinking green tea daily can reduce the risk of certain types of cancer
• ·A global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countries
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating breakfast helps children focus in school
• ·Animal shelter partners with local vet clinic to provide free spay neuter services
• ·The city hosted a music festival with local and international artists
• ·A large bookstore opened a new location with a dedicated children’s section and storytime events
• ·A community garden donated 220 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchen
• ·A construction company used recycled materials for a new road project
• ·A community center organized a craft fair where local artisans sold handmade goods