The central bank raised interest rates by 0.25% to curb rising inflation which reached 6.8% last month

A coffee shop started a loyalty program that rewards customers with a free drink after 10 purchasesA university opened a new research center focused on finding solutions to climate change

A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driverA study showed that getting enough vitamin D can reduce the risk of osteoporosis by 40%A small business owner started a podcast to share tips for other entrepreneurs in the industry

A city hosted a holiday parade that featured 50 floats and was watched by 10,000 peopleA farm started offering tours to teach visitors about sustainable agriculture practices

A fashion designer collaborated with a popular influencer to create a limited-edition clothing line

A library added a makerspace with 3D printers and craft supplies for community useA bakery started offering catering services for events

A construction company built a new fire station in a growing neighborhoodA smartphone company released a new accessory for its phones

A farmers market started a program to help small farmers sell their productsA hospital purchased new medical equipment to improve patient care

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• ·A local community college started offering free nursing courses for unemployed adults
• ·Biologists track migration patterns of humpback whales using underwater microphones
• ·Study finds that working in green offices boosts employee productivity by 15 percent
• ·A pet store started offering exotic pet supplies for reptiles and birds
• ·Local businesses are offering special discounts to attract more customers
• ·Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social media
• ·A local farmers’ market started online ordering and delivery
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·A community center hosted a free yoga class every Saturday, drawing 50+ attendees each session
• ·An energy company announced it would invest $5 billion in wind energy projects
• ·Heavy rainfall in coastal areas forced the evacuation of over 300 residents from low-lying homes
• ·A study revealed that social media use before bed can delay sleep by an average of 75 minutes
• ·The country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent the lowest in 20 years
• ·The government announced plans to build more mental health clinics in rural areas
• ·Archaeologists found an ancient temple in a remote area dating back more than 2500 years
• ·The national weather service issued a tornado warning for midwestern states