A popular coffee chain launched a new seasonal drink made with pumpkin and cinnamon

Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic wasteThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty

A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu itemsResearchers found that spending time in urban parks can reduce anxiety by 27%The mayor announced a plan to add more crosswalks and pedestrian signals downtown

A hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday seasonA study revealed that pet therapy can reduce anxiety in hospital patients

The government announced tax credits for companies that hire veterans

A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 15000 acresCar manufacturers announced a joint effort to develop a faster charging system for electric vehicles

A heatwave in the western states pushed temperatures to 112°F leading to school closuresThe Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to two scientists for their work on quantum computing

A local community center started offering free fitness classes for seniors twice a weekA retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees

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• ·A new species of butterfly was found in a nature reserve
• ·Local residents celebrated a new community center opening with a gym library and youth club
• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·A study revealed that eating breakfast helps children perform better in school
• ·Research indicates that walking barefoot on grass improves mood
• ·Hardware store sells rain barrels to help homeowners collect water for gardening
• ·A new study revealed that pet owners have lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels than non-pet owners, according to a medical journal.
• ·A pharmaceutical company received approval from health authorities to market a new vaccine for a common childhood illness.
• ·A taxi company offered discounted rates for students with a valid school ID
• ·A city hosted a sports tournament that brought teams from 10 different states
• ·A taxi company offered free rides to veterans on Veterans Day as a token of appreciation
• ·A farm started a petting zoo to attract families to its property
• ·A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to improve digital skills
• ·A construction company used eco friendly materials for a new building project
• ·A tech company developed a new virtual reality device for entertainment
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults