A popular coffee chain launched a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin and cinnamon

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic wasteThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 27%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 15000 acresCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closuresThe Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on quantum computing

A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a weekA retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees

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• ·A major airline added new direct flights to tropical destinations for winter travelers
• ·A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses manage social media posts
• ·A tennis player won their 24th Grand Slam title breaking a decades-old record
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months
• ·Study finds that learning a second language improves memory in kids
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for multiple sclerosis
• ·University researchers find way to make solar panels 15% more efficient
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·Wrestling team wins state championship for fourth year in a row
• ·A local newspaper won a state award for its feature stories
• ·A pet store started offering pet birthday parties for customers’ furry friends
• ·The government announced tax credits for homeowners who install solar panels on their roofs
• ·A bookstore hosted a meet-and-greet with a best-selling author drawing a crowd of 600
• ·A small business owner launched an online store selling handmade wooden cutting boards
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users manage their personal finances and save money