A popular streaming platform added a new category for independent films

Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a groundbreaking surgery to separate conjoined twins, a procedure that took 12 hours.

The country’s unemployment rate fell to 3.8% in August, the lowest level in over a decade, according to labor department data.A group of environmental activists organized a peaceful protest in the capital, calling for stricter laws to protect endangered species.A famous author announced the release of their highly anticipated new novel, which will hit bookstores in December.

Local schools will introduce a new curriculum focused on mental health education starting next semester, officials confirmed.A large tech company announced it will invest $2 billion in renewable energy projects over the next five years to achieve carbon neutrality.

A tornado touched down in a rural community yesterday, destroying 12 homes and injuring three people; emergency services are providing aid.

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a global health emergency due to the spread of a new infectious disease variant.A coffee shop started roasting its own beans to ensure freshness and quality

A university opened a new dormitory that can house 400 studentsA taxi company launched a loyalty program that rewards frequent riders with free rides

A bakery started selling its products online and shipping them to customers across the countryA city hosted a book festival that featured author talks and book signings

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• ·A local café started serving cold-brew coffee made with beans from a local roaster
• ·Toy store hosts character meet and greet event for kids during weekend
• ·The country’s unemployment rate rose slightly due to seasonal job changes
• ·A retail store announced it would stay open late during the holiday shopping season
• ·A tech startup released a new software tool that helps businesses manage their remote teams more efficiently
• ·A farmers market hosted a cooking demonstration featuring local chefs
• ·A new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours
• ·A software company released a new version of its project management tool with added features
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s rainfall has been above average in most regions
• ·Study finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills
• ·A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators
• ·The city hosted an art auction to raise money for local charities
• ·Researchers found that playing puzzle games can improve memory in older adults
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship for the third year in a row
• ·The government announced plans to build more affordable housing units
• ·Biologists create new pesticide that is safe for bees