A major bank announced it will offer low-interest loans to small businesses owned by women and minorities.

The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequalityA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parksA hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasons

A study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniorsThe government announced grants for companies developing new renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after firefighters worked for 10 days

A social media platform added new tools to help users manage their screen timeA charity raised $1 million to build schools in Asia

Scientists developed a new type of fabric that is eco-friendlyThe city council voted to increase funding for science programs in schools

Researchers found that listening to music helps reduce anxietyA major retailer announced plans to offer free shipping on all orders

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• ·Police department launches app for reporting non-emergency incidents
• ·A city installed more security cameras in parks to prevent vandalism and crime
• ·A study in a science journal found natural sunlight exposure improves children’s cognitive function
• ·A community center offered free English classes to immigrants and refugees to help them integrate
• ·A university opened a career center to help students find internships and jobs
• ·The community center offered free cooking classes focused on healthy and affordable meals
• ·Music festival adds second weekend due to high demand for tickets
• ·City officials approved a $300 million project to upgrade public transportation including new subway stations and bus routes
• ·A luxury hotel chain decided to stop using single-use plastics in all its hotels
• ·Weather conditions forced the cancellation of a music festival due to heavy rain
• ·Researchers found that listening to classical music improves concentration
• ·A severe hurricane made landfall on the southeastern coast bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the area
• ·Researchers found that eating fish twice a week improves brain function in young children
• ·Study shows that drinking enough water improves skin hydration
• ·Bird watchers report sighting of rare species in local nature reserve
• ·A famous actor announced their retirement from film after a 40 year career