A team of researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months.

A bookstore chain started a program to give free books to children in homeless sheltersWeather experts reported that this year’s autumn has been the driest in 30 years

A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community centerResearchers discovered that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety in young adultsThe city’s public transport system added more express buses to reduce commute times

A major airline launched new routes to European capitals for business travelersA local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center

The stock market dropped 0.7% after news of a slowdown in the global economy

A charity raised $750000 to build wells and sanitation systems in rural AfricaThe local zoo planned to build a new habitat for endangered animals

A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performanceThe city hosted an international sports event attracting athletes from many countries

Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support lifeThe government invested in the development of wind and solar energy projects

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• ·Study reveals that nuts reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
• ·A community garden started a youth program to teach kids about gardening and healthy eating
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade public libraries with new computers and Wi-Fi
• ·The country’s export of tech products increased by 22 percent in the last quarter
• ·A famous singer released a charity album to raise money for disaster relief efforts
• ·Research indicates that learning a musical instrument improves listening skills in toddlers
• ·Police seized $75000 worth of counterfeit electronics in a raid on a downtown market
• ·Soccer team wins regional title and moves to national playoffs
• ·A multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies
• ·The city council voted to increase funding for public parks to add more green spaces and playgrounds
• ·College students won a national competition for their invention that purifies water using solar power
• ·The central bank announced it would raise interest rates by 0.25% to combat rising inflation
• ·Study reveals that eating nuts reduces risk of heart disease
• ·Gymnastics team wins gold medal at regional competition
• ·A tech startup released a device that monitors blood sugar levels without needles
• ·A new survey found that 84% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary