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 A university opened a new research center focused on renewable energy technologies 
A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two yearsRetailers introduced a new contactless payment system to speed up checkout times 
  
Doctors used stem cell therapy to treat a patient with a severe spinal cord injuryThe country’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2% in September the lowest in 15 yearsEnvironmental activists protested against a new oil pipeline project in the northern wilderness 
  
A popular author announced they will release two books next year one fiction and one non-fictionSchools launched a new program to teach students about sustainable living practices 
  
An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030 
A hurricane caused flooding and wind damage to homes and businesses in coastal citiesA study showed that eating a protein-rich breakfast can reduce overeating later in the day 
The postal service announced it will expand Sunday delivery to more cities across the countryVolunteers 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 continentsLocal schools reported a 93% attendance rate this year up from 88% the previous year  |