Engineers develop portable water purification system for disaster relief

Local police started a program to teach pedestrian safety to elementary school studentsA study found that remote work has increased employee satisfaction by 38% in tech firms

The federal bank provided low-interest loans to small businesses affected by supply chain issuesA historic theater was renovated with new lighting systems and seating after a small fireRetailers introduced mobile checkout apps to reduce lines during holiday shopping

Doctors used 3D printing to create a custom prosthetic for a patient with a limb defectThe country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in October

Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new logging project in a protected forest

A best-selling author announced a book tour with 30 stops across North AmericaLifestyle magazine shares tips for reducing household energy costs

Scientists compare effects of organic and conventional farming on soilTrack and field athletes win multiple medals at state meet

Study reveals that family meals lead to healthier eating habits in kidsFlorist delivers flowers to hospital patients for free

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• ·Researchers found that playing musical instruments can improve brain function
• ·A pet rescue organization started a foster-to-adopt program to help animals find permanent homes
• ·A taxi company started offering group rates for parties of 4 or more
• ·A wildlife conservation group released 30 endangered tortoises into a protected natural habitat
• ·A charity organized a toy drive for children in low income families during the holidays
• ·A study found that athletes who get 8-9 hours of sleep per night perform 15% better in competitions
• ·Train company adds weekend service to popular tourist destinations
• ·A bakery used local ingredients in its products
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts ride event to raise money for cancer research
• ·Local police partnered with schools to launch an anti-bullying campaign featuring workshops and awareness events
• ·Researchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary students
• ·Bakery introduces vegan donuts made with coconut milk and fruit sweeteners
• ·A smartphone company announced a partnership with a wireless carrier
• ·Firefighters rescued a family of five from a burning apartment building in the early morning
• ·Schools introduced new courses to teach digital skills
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 92%