A hospital started offering virtual doctor visits for non-emergency medical issues

A study found that reading aloud to young children improves their language developmentThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobsLocal authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptops

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%

Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%

The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksArt gallery showcases works by emerging local artists

Research shows that stretching before exercise prevents muscle strainsElectronics store offers back-to-school discounts on laptops and printers

Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey into wildLifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household waste

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• ·The national weather service warned of flash floods for areas with poor drainage systems
• ·A tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household items
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 300 bicycles available at 25 stations
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 29% over the past decade
• ·A bakery introduced a line of vegan donuts that became a top seller
• ·Medical researchers developed a new test to detect early-stage Alzheimer’s disease
• ·Art gallery showcases works by local artists with disabilities
• ·Volunteer group distributes food and supplies to families affected by wildfires
• ·Postal workers deliver packages ahead of schedule during busy holiday season
• ·A fire department hosted a smoke alarm installation day where they installed free smoke alarms in low-income homes
• ·A fire department hosted a smoke alarm installation day where they installed free smoke alarms in low-income homes
• ·Research shows that regular social gatherings improve mental health in adults
• ·Students attended a workshop on environmental conservation
• ·A school added a new course on coding to prepare students for careers in technology
• ·Dance school puts on holiday performance with live music
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of frog in the Amazon rainforest