A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter

A software company launched a new app that helps users learn a new language through interactive gamesA community garden hosted a "harvest festival" with live music and food made from garden produce

A fashion boutique started selling vintage clothing alongside new items to promote sustainable fashionA library hosted a "tech help" session for seniors that taught 50 people how to use smartphones and tabletsA farm installed a new irrigation system that uses 30% less water than the previous model

A taxi company updated its app to allow customers to split fares with friends and familyA restaurant added a kids’ menu with healthy options like fruit cups and veggie sticks

A city council voted to increase funding for public transportation by 15% next year

A scientist developed a new method to test for food allergies using a small blood sampleTheater shows classic film with live musical accompaniment

Research finds that playing piano improves reading skills in kidsCamping store sells lightweight gear for backpacking trips

Marine biologists work to restore coral reefs damaged by pollutionSchool newsletter highlights student achievements in science fairs

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• ·A fire department responded to a small kitchen fire that was put out before it caused major damage
• ·A gym added new fitness classes including yoga and kickboxing
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying aging
• ·A severe cyclone hit a coastal town, destroying dozens of homes and leaving many residents without power or clean water.
• ·A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster
• ·The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A new study showed that exercise can help improve immune system function
• ·Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms
• ·The local government invested in improving public parks and green spaces
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes 99 percent of contaminants
• ·A grocery store started labeling products with their carbon footprint to help customers make eco-friendly choices
• ·Researchers published a study showing that eating berries reduces the risk of age-related memory loss
• ·A airline offered free checked bags for passengers traveling with children
• ·The country’s education budget was increased by 10 percent
• ·Bloggers attend conference to learn about social media trends
• ·The school district added a program to help students with learning disabilities succeed in class