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

(责任编辑：曹沁芳)

• ·Engineers completed a new bridge that connects two cities, reducing travel time by 40 minutes
• ·A bakery introduced a seasonal peppermint bark that became a top seller during the holiday season
• ·Oceanographers study effects of rising sea temperatures on coral reef ecosystems
• ·A local newspaper started a daily digital newsletter to keep readers updated on breaking news
• ·The government announced plans to invest in renewable energy projects across the country
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease that slows the progression of the illness.
• ·Clothing brand uses recycled denim to create new line of jeans
• ·Newspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms
• ·Study finds that daily walking for 30 minutes lowers risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·Freelance website adds new category for graphic design services
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A community garden hosted a tomato growing contest with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits
• ·A national park closed a section of a lake temporarily to stock it with fish
• ·Television show wins multiple awards at annual entertainment ceremony
• ·A leading streaming platform released a documentary highlighting the work of climate activists worldwide