A severe earthquake hit a coastal town causing significant building damage and several injuries

The country’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.8% in OctoberEnvironmental 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 AmericaSchools added mental health workshops to the academic calendar for students and staffAn energy company announced it will build a new wind farm capable of powering 60000 homes

A hurricane brought 105 mph winds to coastal areas damaging harbors and marinasThe WHO released guidelines for workplaces to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses

A soccer team signed an 18-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract

A new light rail system opened connecting the suburbs to downtown in 25 minutesA famous actor announced they will star in a new film based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next month

The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival teamFirefighters contained a large-scale wildfire in the western region after six days of intensive efforts

A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 11% in the past year with more time spent outdoorsA multinational company said it will relocate its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

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• ·The federal bank announced it will adjust interest rates to stabilize the national currency
• ·Scientists found a way to convert agricultural waste into renewable energy
• ·A heatwave in the southern states pushed temperatures to 45°C breaking a 100-year record
• ·The national parliament passed a law against false advertising with heavy fines for violators
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within five months
• ·Major retailers announced plans to extend holiday sales to meet high consumer demand
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A new survey found that 72% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·A popular author announced they will release a collection of short stories next winter
• ·A tech company released a new app that helps users learn a new language
• ·Local farmers reported a record harvest of apples thanks to mild weather and new fertilizers
• ·A tech startup announced a new smartwatch with advanced health monitoring features including heart rate tracking
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·The government announced tax breaks for small businesses to encourage growth
• ·Researchers published a study showing that daily walking improves joint health in middle-aged adults
• ·A museum acquired a painting by a famous impressionist artist for its permanent collection