A farm used drones to monitor crop health and reduce the use of pesticides

The military sent troops to assist in disaster relief efforts after a hurricane hit the coastA snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 550 flights and closed government offices

A tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2200 new jobsLocal authorities launched a new recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and computersThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying labor market inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s mealsResearchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depression

The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasonsLocal businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint

Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduledA team of engineers designed a new wind turbine that is more efficient

The stock market fluctuated due to changes in government policyA charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students

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• ·Police department uses body cameras to increase accountability
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·Library provides free access to online academic journals for students
• ·The government released a report showing a 18% improvement in air quality in urban areas
• ·A coffee shop began offering bring your own mug discounts to reduce disposable cup waste
• ·Heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in a city’s downtown area closing several businesses
• ·Book publisher signs deal with best selling author for three new novels
• ·A swimmer set a new national record in the 200-meter freestyle event at the national championships
• ·A airline improved its on time performance by changing its scheduling system
• ·Researchers found that using reusable bags instead of plastic bags can reduce plastic pollution by 80%
• ·The WHO released new recommendations for healthy eating to prevent chronic diseases
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller lighter and more powerful than current ones
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will open 30 new hotels in Asia over the next three years.
• ·A city started a program to plant flowers in public spaces to improve the urban environment
• ·A gym added a new indoor pool for swimming lessons and exercise
• ·Study shows that eating nuts daily lowers risk of heart disease in middle aged adults