A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts for two weeks

The postal service announced it would hire 5000 temporary workers to handle holiday mailA celebrity chef opened a cooking school where students learn to make gourmet meals

Researchers found that using cloth bags instead of plastic bags reduces plastic waste by 80%A city started planting trees along streets to provide shade and reduce air pollutionA tornado touched down in a small town destroying 20 homes and a local elementary school

A study showed that group study sessions help students understand difficult subjects betterThe government announced tax breaks for families who adopt rescue animals

A bookstore expanded its collection of books in Spanish French and Chinese

Scientists developed a new method to clean oil spills using bacteria that eat oilResearch indicates that early reading programs improve literacy rates in preschoolers

Toy company releases educational games that teach coding to young childrenPark rangers lead guided tours to observe wildlife in their natural habitat

Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hoursFashion designer showcases new collection inspired by traditional African textiles

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• ·The city council voted to expand public transit service to late-night hours
• ·A musician went on a tour of small towns performing at local venues to support independent music
• ·A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to schedule rides up to 7 days in advance
• ·Scientists discovered a new exoplanet potentially capable of supporting life
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months
• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in California and Oregon
• ·A city launched a program to help homeless people find temporary housing and job training
• ·A popular fashion brand announced a sustainable clothing line made from recycled materials
• ·The federal bank announced it will provide financial support to small banks in urban areas
• ·The city council discussed plans to improve public transportation services
• ·A famous author was awarded a prestigious literary prize for their contributions to contemporary literature
• ·A restaurant started offering breakfast all day to cater to customers with different schedules
• ·TV show wins best drama award at industry ceremony
• ·Scientists developed a new battery that charges electric vehicles in just 15 minutes
• ·A school added a coding club that competed in a regional coding competition
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste products