The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two years

The country’s inflation rate dropped to 2 percent due to lower food pricesA charity launched a program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Scientists reported that coral reefs in some areas are starting to recoverThe city council voted to extend public transit hours on weekdaysResearchers studied the effects of social media on mental health in teenagers

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a famous designerThe national hockey league started its new season with a special opening ceremony

A tech company released a software update to fix security issues

The government provided financial help to small businesses damaged by a floodThe city hosted an international marathon with runners from over 30 countries

Scientists found a new planet in the habitable zone of a nearby star systemThe government invested in wind energy projects to reduce reliance on fossil fuels

A tech company donated money to support coding programs in middle schoolsResearchers found that eating nuts regularly can improve heart health and reduce cholesterol

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• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A charity organization built wells to provide clean water in villages
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this year
• ·Bakery wins regional award for best apple pie made with heritage fruit varieties
• ·Coast guard seizes illegal cargo of endangered sea turtles off southern coast
• ·A popular streaming service announced plans to produce 50 new original shows next year
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship, securing a spot in the upcoming international tournament.
• ·A school started a music festival for students to showcase their talents
• ·The WHO released new recommendations for healthy eating to prevent chronic diseases
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste products
• ·A severe hailstorm damaged cars and roofs in several neighborhoods across the city
• ·A hospital started a telemedicine program to provide care to patients in rural areas
• ·A pet rescue organization held a puppy yoga event to raise funds
• ·A new streaming service launched featuring exclusive content from award-winning directors
• ·Wages grew by 4.1% in the past year outpacing inflation for the first time in three years