Scientists observed a rare phenomenon in the Earth’s atmosphere

Doctors successfully treated a patient with a rare genetic disorder using gene therapyThe country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.5% in August the lowest in a decade

Environmental groups protested against a new industrial project near a protected forestA best-selling author announced a book tour across major cities next fallSchools introduced a new mental health support program for students and teachers

An energy company announced it will phase out coal power plants by 2035A hurricane caused extensive damage to coastal towns in the southern states

The WHO released new guidelines for preventing the spread of infectious diseases

A soccer team signed a young talent from a local academy to a professional contractA university football team won its first conference championship in 10 years

A bakery started making custom birthday cakes with 3D-printed sugar decorationsA coffee shop partnered with a local charity to donate $1 from each drink sold on weekends

A school started a chess club that competed in a regional tournament and placed thirdA tech company allowed employees to work four-day weeks resulting in higher productivity

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• ·Survey finds that most people prefer working from home at least two days a week
• ·A severe rainstorm hit the southern coast causing flash floods in several coastal towns
• ·Researchers found that eating a handful of nuts daily reduces the risk of heart attacks
• ·Researchers found that walking in forests for 20 minutes a day boosts immune system function
• ·The stock market experienced a slight rise after the release of positive economic data
• ·Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding in coastal regions, forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate their homes.
• ·A tech startup launched a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint and make more eco-friendly choices.
• ·Local police hosted a safety fair to teach residents about home security and crime prevention
• ·Farmers cooperative reports 20 percent increase in organic vegetable sales this quarter
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them use smartphones and tablets
• ·A study showed that online learning can improve access to education for rural students
• ·Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchases
• ·A community center offered free yoga classes for seniors
• ·A bakery introduced a seasonal pumpkin bread with cinnamon glaze that sold out weekly
• ·The government passed a law to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next two years
• ·The national tennis tournament attracted top players from around the world