A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 15-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour

The government launched a program to help small businesses switch to renewable energyA tech startup created an app that helps users find local second-hand stores

Local schools held a career day with speakers from different industriesA renowned chef opened a pop-up restaurant serving traditional dishes from his home countryWeather forecasters predicted a severe thunderstorm with strong winds for the weekend

A hotel chain announced it will offer free stays to healthcare workers during holidaysThe country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourism

A historical museum opened an exhibit about the first women to work in space

Researchers found that playing board games improves social skills in young childrenA local newspaper started a weekly column profiling local business owners and their success stories

A bakery introduced a line of low-sugar pastries, including muffins and scones, for health-conscious customersA construction company finished building a new apartment complex with 200 affordable housing units

A fitness app added new features, including personalized workout plans and nutrition trackingA farmers market started a “kids’ corner” where children can learn about farming through hands-on activities

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• ·Police arrested five suspects in connection with a series of thefts at a shopping mall
• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens can increase iron levels in anemic patients
• ·A study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t
• ·A small town hosted its first ever art festival attracting artists from three neighboring states
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet outside our solar system that may be capable of supporting life
• ·A study published in a medical journal found that drinking green tea regularly improves skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·The city held a parade to celebrate a national holiday
• ·International teams are collaborating to address climate change challenges
• ·A community garden won an award for its contributions to the local food system
• ·A major airline announced plans to reduce carbon emissions by 40 percent by 2030
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 13% over the past five years thanks to conservation
• ·Doctors developed a new inhaler that works faster for children with asthma
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·Farmers market introduces weekly cooking demonstrations using local produce
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell biology
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop for residents teaching them how to prevent and respond to fires