The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A popular online retailer offered free two-day shipping on all orders during its annual saleResearchers found that walking in forests reduces levels of harmful chemicals in the blood

The police department added more officers to patrol shopping malls during the holiday seasonA luxury hotel chain announced it will renovate all its rooms to be more energy-efficientDoctors recommended limiting sugary drinks to one per day to prevent tooth decay and obesity

The local zoo started offering night tours to see animals that are active after darkA new study revealed that lifting weights three times a week improves bone density in seniors

The city council voted to give $1 million to fund public art projects like murals and sculptures

A tech company released a new smartwatch that monitors blood sugar levels without needlesThe government released data showing a 4.2% increase in exports during the last quarter

A supermarket chain started a program to sell “ugly” fruits and vegetables at a discounted priceA study found that reading aloud to young children helps develop their literacy skills

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government offices

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• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that charges electric vehicles in 13 minutes
• ·A cultural organization launched a campaign to preserve endangered traditional languages
• ·A hospital started a pediatric care program
• ·A tech startup launched an app that connects people with volunteer opportunities
• ·The police department launched a new app that lets residents report traffic violations with photos
• ·A study found that socializing with friends at least once a week improves mental well-being in older adults
• ·A retail giant raised its hourly wage to $20 benefiting over 30000 employees nationwide
• ·Economists predicted a steady increase in the country’s GDP this quarter
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new baseball stadium for local teams
• ·A museum displayed artifacts from a recent archaeological dig
• ·Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new sports complex with fields and courts for youth teams
• ·A farm installed a wind turbine to power its operations and reduce energy costs
• ·A software company released a language learning app that uses gamification to make lessons more engaging
• ·Doctors recommended a balanced diet for people with chronic diseases
• ·Scientists develop new vaccine to protect against animal borne illnesses