Scientists developed a faster test for COVID-19 that delivers results in 10 minutes

A large retail store announced it will raise its minimum wage to $18 per hour, benefiting over 20,000 employees nationwide.Researchers found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 30%.

The country’s prime minister met with world leaders at an international summit to discuss global trade and economic cooperation.A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.A new streaming service launched this week, offering exclusive content from popular directors and actors at a monthly subscription fee.

Local police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city’s suburbs.The national weather service issued a heat advisory for the southern states, warning residents to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours.

A group of students from a local high school won first place in a national science competition for their invention that converts waste into energy.

A major bank announced it will offer student loan forgiveness programs for customers who work in public service jobs for five years.A library started a "book club for teens" that focused on young adult fiction

A farm began selling "pick-your-own strawberries" during the summer monthsA fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and improved loading speedA community organized a "charity auction" that raised $8,000 for a local animal shelter

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• ·Theater shows classic movie with introduction by film historian
• ·A restaurant started offering takeout and delivery services that now make up 30% of its sales
• ·Radio station hosts fundraiser to support local food bank
• ·A new report showed that the number of endangered species has decreased by 15% over the past five years thanks to conservation efforts
• ·The local zoo celebrated the birth of a baby giraffe as part of its endangered species program
• ·The police department launched a new campaign to raise awareness about road safety for cyclists
• ·Paramedics receive new life saving equipment to improve emergency response
• ·The United Nations released a report showing a 12% reduction in global poverty over five years
• ·A musician recorded a song for a movie soundtrack that was nominated for an award
• ·A new restaurant specializing in Korean BBQ opened to long waiting lists
• ·A taxi company offered free rides to veterans on Veterans Day as a token of appreciation
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students in rural areas access college prep courses
• ·A bakery introduced low-sugar cookies with whole-grain flour, popular with parents
• ·The government provided financial aid to small businesses damaged by recent floods
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users find local events and activities
• ·City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles