A coffee roaster partnered with a Colombian farm to source ethically grown beans

The country’s export of technology products increased by 18 percent this quarterA hospital opened a new emergency department to handle increased patient numbers

Researchers found that reading physical books improves retention better than e-booksLocal businesses offered discounts to customers who use public transportThe national soccer team hired a new head coach with international experience

A tech startup raised millions in funding to develop AI-powered healthcare toolsThe government launched a campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated

A new art exhibit featuring local artists opened at the city’s main gallery

Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a major outdoor music festivalA gym started a rehabilitation program for people recovering from injuries

A government program helped homeowners install energy-efficient windowsA tech company released a new virtual reality game set in ancient Rome

A local theater announced plans to produce a new play by a local playwrightA school started a music program where students learn to play wind instruments

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• ·Weather experts predicted that this year’s winter will be milder than usual
• ·A taxi company added a lost and found feature to its app
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of 100 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A study found that seniors who own pets have lower rates of depression and loneliness
• ·Scientists developed a new type of battery that can charge electric cars in 15 minutes
• ·A coffee shop sold fair-trade coffee
• ·A traditional craft fair was held to promote local artisans and their handmade products
• ·Research shows that meditation practice lowers blood pressure in hypertensive patients
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·Cycling race attracts professional riders for 100 mile course through countryside
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·A charity raised money to support animal shelters across the country
• ·A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the country
• ·Pet store expands selection of natural pet foods and eco friendly toys
• ·Postal service hires extra staff for holiday package delivery