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 farmers market accepted mobile payments
• ·The country’s export of tech products set a new record this year
• ·A soccer team advanced to the knockout stage of the international tournament after winning two of their three group matches
• ·A tech startup raised $5 million in funding to expand its team and develop new features
• ·A scientist developed a new way to test for food allergies using a small blood sample
• ·A study found that getting enough exercise can improve memory and cognitive function in older adults.
• ·Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year
• ·Local schools will extend after - school programs to support working parents
• ·A major retailer announced free shipping on all online orders regardless of purchase amount
• ·Camera store sells used cameras at discounted prices for beginners
• ·City implements new recycling program that accepts hard to recycle plastics
• ·A university started a new program in art and design
• ·Sports league introduces new safety rules for youth athletes to prevent injuries
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship securing a spot in the upcoming international tournament
• ·Coffee shop donates portion of sales to local animal shelter
• ·A new study showed that owning a dog reduces the risk of heart disease in older adults