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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• ·The public transit system offered discounted fares for low-income residents
• ·Researchers found that eating fatty fish twice a week can improve brain function
• ·A study showed that online learning can help students in rural areas access college prep courses
• ·A tech company released a new laptop that is thinner and lighter than previous models
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that gives results in 12 minutes
• ·A taxi company updated its app to let customers split fares and tip drivers digitally
• ·Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new coal mining project
• ·The country’s unemployment rate fell to 4 percent thanks to new jobs in tourism
• ·A grocery store started selling pre-made salad kits with locally grown greens and vegetables
• ·A software developer created a new app that helps users track their carbon footprint
• ·Engineers designed a new type of solar-powered water heater for rural homes
• ·A wildfire in a national forest burned 14000 acres with firefighters working to protect nearby towns
• ·A city introduced a ban on single-use plastics including plastic bags straws and utensils
• ·The transportation department added 20 new electric buses to its public transit fleet
• ·The railway service announced it would offer discounted fares for passengers who book in advance
• ·A photographer published a book of photos documenting the history of a local neighborhood over the past 50 years