A retail giant raised its minimum wage to $21 per hour benefiting over 40000 employees

A new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by contemporary artists from around the worldResearchers found that playing musical instruments can improve memory in older adults

The city council voted to ban smoking in all public parks and recreational areasAn oil company announced it will invest $9 billion in wind and solar energy over 10 yearsA small plane made an emergency landing in a field with all passengers escaping unharmed

A study showed that eating a protein-rich breakfast can reduce overeating later in the dayThe postal service announced it will expand Sunday delivery to more cities across the country

Volunteers planted 15000 trees in a deforested area as part of a national reforestation project

A famous musician announced a world tour with concerts in 45 cities across six continentsDietitian recommends adding chia seeds to meals for omega 3 fatty acid intake

Bus company adds express routes to reduce commute times for downtown workersPhotography exhibit showcasing wildlife conservation efforts opens at science museum

Scientists test new vaccine candidate for preventing childhood asthma flare upsCommunity center provides free computer literacy classes for unemployed adults

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• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on regional barbecue
• ·The city banned single-use plastic straws in all restaurants and cafes
• ·A tech company launched a new tablet with a foldable screen and long-lasting battery
• ·A small business owner started a blog about their industry that gained 5,000 followers
• ·A new mobile app was launched that helps users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel experiences
• ·Bakery offers new line of low sugar pastries for health conscious customers
• ·An airline announced it will offer free checked bags for passengers traveling internationally
• ·The city council voted to add more benches and water fountains in public parks
• ·A hospital started a program to help patients quit smoking
• ·The police department launched an app that lets users report traffic violations with photos
• ·A city hosted a sports tournament that brought teams from 10 different states
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for several counties in the southern state
• ·A government agency launched a campaign to promote water conservation in households
• ·A airline offered discounted fares for travelers who fly during weekday mornings
• ·Local farmers markets started offering online ordering and home delivery services
• ·The railway service announced it would add more trains during peak hours to reduce overcrowding