A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology, in a deal worth $500 million.

An oil company announced it will invest $8.5 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmed

A study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the dayThe postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 12000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 45 cities across the globeLocal schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 86% the previous year

Engineers created a new type of solar panel that is 42% more efficient than current models

The government released a report showing a 18% reduction in air pollution in major citiesDoctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesThe government launched a program to teach digital literacy to elderly citizens

A tech startup developed a portable device that tests water purity in minutesLocal schools held a cultural fair showcasing traditional dances and foods from around the world

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• ·The government set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels
• ·Weather forecasters warned of possible flooding in coastal areas
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that can charge electric vehicles in under 15 minutes
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry created by local artisans
• ·A study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing depression symptoms
• ·Chocolate shop releases limited edition flavor for holiday season
• ·A farm started a CSA program where members get weekly boxes of seasonal produce
• ·The government passed a law to increase funding for public education by 15%
• ·A charity organization launched a campaign to protect endangered animals
• ·A study found that spending time outdoors improves mental health
• ·A podcast about science and technology reached 1 million monthly listeners after one year of production
• ·The government invested $200 million in building new wind farms in coastal areas
• ·Retailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shopping
• ·A government program helped small businesses adopt digital payment systems
• ·A global summit on gender equality concluded with a pledge to close the gender pay gap by 2035
• ·Scientists discovered a new planet that orbits a star similar to our sun in the habitable zone