Scientists developed a faster test for COVID-19 that delivers results in 10 minutes

A large retail store announced it will raise its minimum wage to $18 per hour, benefiting over 20,000 employees nationwide.Researchers found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 30%.

The country’s prime minister met with world leaders at an international summit to discuss global trade and economic cooperation.A fire at a chemical plant in the industrial district forced the evacuation of nearby neighborhoods; no toxic leaks were reported.A new streaming service launched this week, offering exclusive content from popular directors and actors at a monthly subscription fee.

Local police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city’s suburbs.The national weather service issued a heat advisory for the southern states, warning residents to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours.

A group of students from a local high school won first place in a national science competition for their invention that converts waste into energy.

A major bank announced it will offer student loan forgiveness programs for customers who work in public service jobs for five years.A library started a "book club for teens" that focused on young adult fiction

A farm began selling "pick-your-own strawberries" during the summer monthsA fire department taught local businesses how to create fire evacuation plans

A software company released an update to its app that fixed bugs and improved loading speedA community organized a "charity auction" that raised $8,000 for a local animal shelter

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• ·A gym offered free fitness classes for first responders during the month of September
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·The public transit system offered free passes to students during the back-to-school season
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a probe to study Jupiter’s moons
• ·The government announced plans to reduce corporate tax rates from 25% to 20% to attract foreign investment
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that plays a role in preventing certain types of cancer
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how the body processes carbohydrates
• ·Clothing brand uses recycled denim to create new line of jeans
• ·A popular food festival announced it would feature 100 local chefs and specialty dishes this year
• ·A museum hosted a photography workshop for beginners led by a professional photographer
• ·A sports equipment store donated 100 sets of gear to a youth sports program
• ·A scientist discovered a way to convert plastic waste into clean fuel
• ·A community organized a charity run that raised $12,000 for a local children’s hospital
• ·A museum hosted a special event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a famous space mission
• ·A startup created a portable solar charger that can power a laptop for 12 hours using only sunlight
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home