The national economy grew by 3.4% in the last quarter exceeding economists’ expectations

A tech startup created an app that helps users find and donate unused household itemsResearchers developed a rapid test that can detect a common bacterial infection in 15 minutes

The local theater group announced plans to perform a classic play in parks across the cityA prolonged drought forced farmers to switch to drought-resistant crops to save their harvestsScientists identified a gene that may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

The city council voted to add more benches and water fountains in public parksA well-known clothing brand announced it will stop using fur in all its products by next year

Researchers found that walking in forests for 20 minutes a day boosts immune system function

Local hospitals started offering telehealth services for patients who can’t visit in personA hospital opened a new pediatric cancer ward with private rooms for patients and families

Researchers discovered a new species of fish in a deep-sea trench off the coast of JapanThe government offered tax breaks to homeowners who install solar panels on their roofs

A streaming service added a collection of classic cartoons from the 1950s and 1960sFirefighters rescued a family of five from a burning apartment building in the early morning

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• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made meal kits with easy-to-follow recipes
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will open 40 new hotels in Asia over the next three years
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next month
• ·A city council approved funding to repair and repave potholed roads in residential areas
• ·A study showed that spending time gardening can lower stress hormones and improve mood
• ·Researchers found evidence of water on a distant planet that could support life
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds
• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality
• ·City council votes to increase minimum wage for municipal workers
• ·Toy store hosts event where kids can meet characters from popular cartoons
• ·An airline announced it will offer discounted fares for families traveling with children
• ·A famous chef opened a new downtown restaurant specializing in global fusion cuisine
• ·The stock market fluctuated due to changes in government policy
• ·Postal service delivers holiday packages ahead of schedule this year
• ·Hardware store offers classes on woodworking for beginners
• ·A pet store started offering fish tank maintenance services for busy owners