The national economy grew by 3.2% in the last quarter, exceeding economists’ expectations.

A charity organization launched a drive to collect books for schools in developing countriesThe national ballet company announced a tour of small cities to reach more audiences

A new study indicated that working from home reduces stress for most employeesEngineers designed a new type of solar panel that works on cloudy daysLocal businesses hosted a street party to celebrate the city’s 200th anniversary

A professional athlete donated $1 million to build a sports center in his hometownThe government introduced new laws to protect endangered sea turtles from fishing nets

A bookstore chain started a book swap program where customers can exchange used books

Weather experts reported that this year’s summer has been the hottest on recordThe city held a cultural festival featuring traditional dances, music, and food from various countries

A new study revealed that practicing mindfulness meditation reduces symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorderThe government announced plans to repair over 500 miles of damaged highways this year

A tech company donated 1,000 tablets to a school district serving low-income studentsResearchers found that students who participate in sports have higher graduation rates

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• ·A school district bought new tablets for all students to support remote learning when needed
• ·Local residents celebrated a new community center opening with a gym library and youth club
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about small business ownership that gained 5,000 listeners
• ·Public transport fares will increase by 5 percent from next year
• ·The city hosted a music festival with local bands and food trucks in the central park
• ·Researchers found that reading fiction can improve empathy and understanding of others
• ·Theater group puts on free performances of children’s plays in community parks
• ·A new social media platform launched that deletes posts automatically after 24 hours
• ·The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying global poverty
• ·Veterinarian clinic offers free wellness checks for adopted pets this weekend
• ·A local school district announced it will provide free meals to all students next year regardless of family income
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new skate park and outdoor gym in a suburban park
• ·Scientists developed a faster test for COVID-19 that delivers results in 10 minutes
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·A tech giant acquired a smaller startup specializing in AI technology in a deal worth $600 million
• ·The national basketball team won a crucial game to advance to the continental championship