Electronics store offers trade in program for old devices towards new purchases

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and old electronicsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global trade policies

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial flavors from all menu itemsResearchers 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 seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety by 25% in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire people with disabilities

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acresThe national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissions

A popular coffee chain announced it will phase out plastic cups entirely by the end of next yearThe city council approved a $180 million project to build a new public transit hub

Archaeologists uncovered ancient jewelry and tools at a dig site dating back 4000 yearsCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

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• ·Teachers are receiving additional training to integrate technology into classroom lessons
• ·A study found that listening to music while working can increase productivity by up to 20% in some people
• ·An airline announced it will upgrade its in-flight meals to include more vegetarian options
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·Electronics manufacturer recalls certain laptop models due to battery safety concerns
• ·A clothing brand started a recycling program where customers can return old clothes for discounts
• ·Firefighters use drones to find missing hiker in remote wilderness area
• ·Local government plants 1000 trees to improve air quality in urban neighborhoods
• ·Local police seized over $1.2 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected trafficking ring
• ·A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for cancer research
• ·A new bridge over the river will reduce traffic congestion
• ·Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a rare heart surgery on a 6-month-old infant
• ·Opera house presents new production of famous opera with modern stage design
• ·A drought in the western states led to reduced crop yields for local farmers
• ·Local police launched a new initiative to reduce drunk driving setting up checkpoints across the city on weekends
• ·Toy store hosts craft day for kids to make their own toys