Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with advanced camera features
• ·University scientists develop biodegradable packaging for fresh produce
• ·A fashion store started selling sustainable denim made from recycled cotton
• ·A major car brand announced it will stop making gasoline-powered cars by 2035
• ·Scientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is environmentally friendly
• ·A small business owner expanded their online store to offer custom engraved products
• ·A sports league introduced a new rule to limit the number of substitutions during games
• ·The local community center offered free tutoring for students after school
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of frog in a rainforest with unique coloration
• ·A major tech company unveiled its latest smartphone model with advanced camera features
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tablets
• ·A university started a new undergraduate program in environmental engineering
• ·A historic lighthouse on the coast underwent a six-month restoration to fix structural damage
• ·A study showed that spending 20 minutes outdoors daily can improve mood and reduce anxiety
• ·Research shows that art therapy helps trauma patients recover faster