Community organizes river cleanup event that removes 2 tons of trash

A snowstorm in the northeast canceled over 900 flights and closed public transitA tech company announced it will hire 1800 new employees for its cybersecurity division

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and old electronicsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policiesA fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu items

Researchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 30%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian bridges downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season

A study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patientsThe national soccer team won the continental championship by defeating the defending titleholders 3-1

A new study showed that 72% of employees feel more productive with a four-day workweekThe federal reserve stated it will keep interest rates stable to support small business growth

A historic church in the downtown area underwent a year-long restoration to preserve its stained glassMajor electronics retailers announced early Black Friday sales starting in early November

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• ·Archaeologists discovered a ancient burial site with artifacts from a prehistoric civilization
• ·A farmers market accepted mobile payments
• ·The World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems
• ·Researchers found that reading physical books improves retention better than e-books
• ·Researchers at a marine lab discovered a new species of coral in the Pacific Ocean, which could help restore damaged reefs.
• ·A study found that listening to music while working increases productivity by up to 17% in some people
• ·A scientist discovered a new species of frog in a nearby wetland preserve
• ·Weather service warns of possible tornadoes in central regions this weekend
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2 feet of snow and closing major highways
• ·Weather forecasters predicted a strong storm system that could bring heavy rain to the eastern states
• ·Local authorities launched a campaign to clean up a polluted river with volunteers collecting over 7.5 tons of trash
• ·A city implemented a congestion charge to reduce car use and lower air pollution levels
• ·A study revealed children who read 30 minutes daily have better language skills than non-readers
• ·A school added a new course on environmental science to educate students about climate change and sustainability
• ·A professional golfer won their first major championship, defeating the world’s number one player in a dramatic final round.
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that makes 30% less noise than older models