A tech company released a new laptop model that weighs just 1.2kg and has a 18-hour battery life

Local artists painted murals on the walls of an abandoned factory to brighten the neighborhoodThe government offered tax breaks to businesses that install solar panels on their buildings

A large bookstore opened a new location with a children’s play area and book club meetingsResearchers found that learning a musical instrument improves math skills in elementary studentsThe city started a composting program to turn food waste into fertilizer for public gardens

A famous singer announced a farewell tour after 30 years in the music industryDoctors developed a non-opioid painkiller that is effective for chronic back pain

The local zoo celebrated the birth of a baby giraffe as part of its endangered species program

Scientists built a solar panel that can generate electricity even on cloudy daysMajor electronics retailers announced early Black Friday sales starting in early November

Doctors at a children’s hospital successfully performed a rare heart surgery on a 6-month-old infantThe country’s inflation rate dropped to 1.9% in August the lowest in two years

Environmental activists organized a beach cleanup event collecting 7 tons of plastic wasteA best-selling author announced their next novel will focus on environmental conservation efforts

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• ·Scientists developed a new method to recycle old electronics into valuable metals
• ·The school district added a program to help students with learning disabilities succeed in class
• ·A library added a collection of books about mental health to support community members struggling with mental illness
• ·Pharmacy extends hours during flu season to serve more patients
• ·A new survey found that 75% of consumers prefer to buy products from brands that prioritize sustainability
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new soccer stadium and sports complex
• ·Scientists studied how light pollution affects bird migration
• ·Scientists develop rapid test for detecting infectious diseases in 15 minutes
• ·A study found that reading before bed can improve sleep quality
• ·Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday season
• ·A music award ceremony was held last night with a rising star taking home the top prize for Best New Artist
• ·The national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament, ending their bid for the championship.
• ·The government announced a new $500 million funding package to support renewable energy projects across the country.
• ·A fire department responded to a small apartment fire that left no injuries but damaged two units
• ·A government program helped homeowners make their homes more energy efficient
• ·A gym offered free one-week trial memberships to encourage people to start a fitness routine