Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingFlorist creates custom wedding arrangements using seasonal local flowersTeachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons

Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groupsResearch finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration

Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin

Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserveResearchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students

A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countriesThe national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity

A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxesThe government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging

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• ·A major airline announced it would offer free Wi-Fi on all international flights
• ·Local residents protested against a proposed construction project that they say will destroy a protected forest
• ·Local community groups organized a fundraiser to build a new playground for disabled children
• ·Hospital opens specialized clinic for treating sports related injuries
• ·A farm began selling grass-fed beef at a local butcher shop
• ·A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans, supporting 10+ creators
• ·Local residents organized a protest against the closure of a neighborhood community center
• ·Retail chain expands curbside pickup service to 500 more stores nationwide
• ·A famous actor won the Best Actor award at an international film festival for their role in a critically acclaimed movie.
• ·A bookstore expanded its children’s section to include more books in different languages
• ·A construction project to renovate a old library began
• ·Students participated in a clean-up campaign along the river
• ·A research team discovered a new species of animal in a remote rainforest, which is believed to be endangered due to deforestation.
• ·An airline announced it would offer free checked bags for military personnel and their families
• ·Volunteer organization helps rebuild homes damaged by recent tornado in small town
• ·Local newspaper publishes special edition on community heroes