A celebrity chef appeared on a cooking show to demonstrate how to make a holiday feast

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic wasteThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 27%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 15000 acresCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closuresThe Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on quantum computing

A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a weekA retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees

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• ·A new photography exhibition displayed images of wildlife from around the world
• ·A new study showed that 68% of parents prefer in-person parent-teacher conferences over virtual ones
• ·A historic theater was renovated with new lighting systems and seating after a small fire
• ·A study revealed that 70% of people feel lonely at least once a week highlighting a growing social issue
• ·Doctors recommended annual health checkups to catch potential issues early
• ·A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 113°F forcing schools to close early
• ·A tech company released a new laptop that is lighter and more powerful than previous models
• ·A fashion store started a clothing swap program where customers can trade old clothes for store credit
• ·Scientists created a device that generates electricity from food waste in homes
• ·A severe thunderstorm caused hail damage to 250 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A software company launched a project management tool that integrates with Google and Microsoft apps
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizers
• ·Candle company donates part of sales to wildlife conservation
• ·A streaming service added a new category of classic movies to its library for film enthusiasts
• ·A local museum opened a new exhibition showcasing ancient artifacts from around the world
• ·The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small African country