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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• ·Researchers found that eating dark leafy greens improves eye health in children
• ·Biologists track migration of monarch butterflies using tiny GPS devices
• ·The government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building, cutting costs by 20%
• ·A major airline added new in-flight Wi-Fi service to all its planes
• ·A wildfire in a national forest was contained after burning 17000 acres
• ·A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government offices
• ·The local theater hosted a special performance to raise money for charity
• ·The national space agency shared new images of a distant galaxy captured by its latest telescope
• ·Volunteers cleaned up over 2000 pounds of trash from a popular beach over a weekend cleanup event
• ·A coffee shop started hosting book club meetings to build a sense of community among customers
• ·A charity organization built temporary shelters for families displaced by a wildfire
• ·A study revealed that cat owners have lower levels of stress and anxiety than non-pet owners
• ·A city added 100 new parking spaces downtown, including 20 accessible spots for people with disabilities
• ·Park rangers teach visitors about Leave No Trace principles in wilderness areas
• ·A farm began selling honey from its own beehives to local stores and farmers markets