A major hotel chain announced plans to open 38 new hotels in Asia over the next three years

Local businesses reported increased sales during the holiday seasonThe university announced a new scholarship program for students majoring in science

A strong storm caused damage to many houses in the coastal areaResearchers detected signs of life on a distant planet through a space telescopeThe city introduced a bike-sharing program to encourage green transportation

A well-known actor announced his retirement from the film industry after 30 yearsDoctors advised people to get vaccinated against the flu before the winter season

The government invested a large amount of money in improving public transportation

A new shopping mall opened to the public with many famous brand storesCar companies announced they will collaborate on developing affordable electric vehicles

A drought in the southern states led to mandatory water restrictions for residentsThe Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying genetic editing

A community center offered free computer classes for seniors to help them learn digital skillsA discount store announced it will open 30 new locations in small towns across the country

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• ·Engineers designed a new type of insulation that reduces home energy use by 40%
• ·A tennis player won their first Grand Slam tournament after defeating the top-seeded player in the final
• ·A tech company launched a new smartphone with a better camera and longer battery life
• ·A smartphone company announced a partnership with a wireless carrier to offer discounted data plans
• ·Sheriff’s department uses drone technology to monitor wildfire spread
• ·The government introduced new laws to protect consumers from fraud and false advertising by businesses.
• ·A farm started using compost to fertilize its fields instead of chemical fertilizers
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from home indefinitely
• ·Gardening center offers free seed packets to promote community gardens
• ·A library hosted digital literacy classes for adults learning to use email and online banking
• ·Electronics brand launches wireless earbuds with noise-canceling technology
• ·A local café offered free coffee to customers who bring their own mugs
• ·Major department stores announced they will offer early holiday discounts starting next month
• ·The government provided financial aid to ranchers affected by wildfire damage
• ·The school district announced all students will get free breakfast and lunch starting next year
• ·Astronomers share new images of Mars taken by rover