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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• ·The government increased funding for mental health services in rural areas with few providers
• ·A major retailer announced plans to open 30 new stores in small towns across the country
• ·The city council voted to reduce taxes for small businesses
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a peaceful protest in the capital, calling for stricter laws to protect endangered species.
• ·A construction company used drones to inspect the roof of a historic building before repairs
• ·A city started a composting program for residents to turn food waste into fertilizer
• ·City launches campaign to encourage more people to use bicycles
• ·Researchers found that regular swimming improves cardiovascular health in older adults
• ·A charity organization organized a volunteer trip to help build schools in developing countries
• ·A library started offering book delivery services to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities
• ·A farm started selling grass fed beef directly to consumers through its website
• ·Biologists develop new method to protect honeybees from pesticides
• ·A tech startup raised $4 million in funding to develop its AI language learning tool
• ·Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health
• ·A popular music artist released a new album topping charts in 20 countries within 24 hours
• ·The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying aging