Community center offers free classes in computer skills for seniors

The government released a report showing a 18% reduction in air pollution in major citiesA grocery store chain started selling meal kits with pre-portioned ingredients for healthy dinners

A study found that listening to nature sounds can lower stress hormones in the human bodyThe military announced it will host a public open house at its base next monthA blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highways

A software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwideLocal authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurity

The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European country

A fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menuWeather forecasters warned of a cold front that will bring freezing rain to the south

A team of doctors published research on a new treatment for Parkinson’s diseaseThe stock market received a boost from news of a new medical breakthrough

A charity organization built temporary housing for families displaced by a wildfireScientists developed a way to recycle plastic into clothing fibers

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• ·A farm began using hydroponics to grow vegetables indoors year-round
• ·Coffee chain introduces new sustainable packaging for takeaway drinks
• ·A global organization warned about a shortage of medical supplies in developing countries calling for more donations
• ·A tech company announced a new feature for its streaming service that allows offline viewing
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·The government announced tax cuts for low-income families
• ·Coast guard holds drill to prepare for hurricane season
• ·A major airline launched new routes to European capitals for business travelers
• ·Scientists warned that rising temperatures are causing polar ice caps to melt at an accelerated rate
• ·A local theater company performed a Shakespeare play in a park for free
• ·Gymnastics team wins first place at regional competition
• ·Researchers found that using natural cleaning products reduces allergies
• ·The government provided grants to farmers who grow crops for local food banks
• ·A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe
• ·A popular streaming service added thousands of new movies and TV shows to its library
• ·A major music festival announced it will introduce a cashless payment system to reduce wait times at food stalls