Major coffee chain commits to using 100 percent ethically sourced beans by next year

A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.3 feet of snow and closing major highwaysA software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide

Local authorities opened a new food bank to provide meals for families struggling with food insecurityThe Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to a novelist from a small European countryA fast-food chain added vegan chicken nuggets and burgers to its permanent menu

Researchers found that students who take notes by hand retain information better than those who typeThe mayor announced a plan to build 8500 affordable housing units over the next four years

A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives

A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet ownersThe stock market closed at a record high after a week of strong gains

A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health in schoolsScientists observed a rare astronomical event involving a comet passing Earth

The city introduced a bike-sharing program with 100 new bikes at 20 stationsResearchers studied the effects of sleep deprivation on driving ability

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• ·Research shows that regular dinners with friends boost mental health
• ·A research team found a way to reduce the cost of renewable energy production
• ·Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materials
• ·A new shopping mall opened to the public with many famous brand stores
• ·The stock market closed at a new high after a week of steady growth
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free access to e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·A local school district announced elementary coding classes starting next semester
• ·A tech company launched a new language translation app that works offline for travelers
• ·A major fashion show was held in the city showcasing the latest designs from top designers around the world
• ·A photographer hosted a family photo day that offered affordable sessions for 40 families
• ·The government launched a program to promote tourism in rural areas
• ·Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and home delivery services
• ·The city’s public transport system launched a new app that tracks bus and train arrivals in real time
• ·Biologists track migration patterns of humpback whales using underwater microphones
• ·A small business owner started a loyalty program where customers earn points for referrals
• ·Scientists discovered a new method to purify water that is cheaper and more effective than current methods