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

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy

A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoodsResearchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novelDoctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season

The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rinkThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t

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• ·A hotel renovated its lobby to include a modern seating area and coffee bar
• ·A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its library
• ·The government announced plans to build 10,000 new affordable housing units next year
• ·Book club selects Pulitzer Prize winning novel for monthly discussion
• ·A local hospital announced it will expand its emergency department, adding 20 new beds and hiring 50 more staff members.
• ·A city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on buildings
• ·Study reveals that eating breakfast improves academic performance in high school students
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of the flu
• ·A clothing brand started using natural dyes made from plants to color its fabrics
• ·The city started a “no littering” campaign with fines for people who throw trash on streets
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·A study found that regular meditation can lower blood pressure by an average of 5.6 mmHg in adults with hypertension
• ·Research finds that board games improve communication skills in families
• ·Bus company adds wheelchair accessible vehicles to all routes
• ·Students from a university won a national science fair with their environmental project
• ·A large retail company said it will phase out single-use plastics in all stores by the end of 2024