Major retailers announced they will extend their holiday return policies to 90 days this year to accommodate late shoppers.

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 signingsA fashion store started offering personal styling services to help customers find the perfect outfits

A library hosted a workshop on how to write and publish a bookA farm started selling organic eggs which quickly became a bestseller at local markets

A fire department educated 500 school children about fire safety during a visit to local schools

A software company partnered with a nonprofit organization to donate software to schools in needResearchers found that children who learn to read at an early age have better vocabulary skills

The government announced a plan to forgive student loans for teachers working in high-need areasA tech company released a new operating system with improved security features

Doctors urged parents to make sure their children get enough vitamin D for healthy bone developmentThe community organized a fundraiser to buy new equipment for the local fire department

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• ·A severe snowstorm hit the northern region closing schools and highways and disrupting public transportation
• ·A farm started selling fresh herbs and spices at a local farmers market
• ·A heat advisory was issued for southern states with temperatures expected to reach 106°F
• ·Car company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge
• ·A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 500 flights and closed government offices
• ·A famous chef opened a new restaurant in the city center specializing in fusion cuisine from around the world
• ·A fashion brand released a limited-edition collection to celebrate its 50th anniversary
• ·A city installed more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety at night
• ·Local farmers started using drone technology to monitor crop health and optimize irrigation
• ·City officials approved a $380 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of frog that can change color to match its surroundings
• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for homebound patrons
• ·A popular fashion brand announced it will take back old clothes to reuse or recycle
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·The country’s education system is undergoing a series of reforms
• ·Teachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons