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 museum displayed a collection of famous impressionist paintings on loan from a European museum
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A city installed 15 new crosswalks with pedestrian-activated signals in busy commercial areas
• ·A research team developed a new vaccine for a common animal disease
• ·The local museum added new hands-on exhibits for children to learn about science
• ·A global gender equality summit concluded with a pledge to close the pay gap by 2035
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and waterproof design
• ·Pharmacy offers walk in flu shot clinics for busy professionals during lunch hours
• ·The government started a campaign to encourage people to vote in the upcoming election
• ·The country’s export of agricultural products reached a new high this year
• ·A farm began selling homemade salsa made from its own tomatoes and peppers
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two years
• ·A research study found that exercising outdoors provides more health benefits than exercising indoors
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·A study showed that spending 20 minutes outdoors daily can improve mood and reduce anxiety
• ·Researchers found that using natural skincare products reduces the risk of skin irritation and allergies