An energy company announced it will close all its coal-fired power plants by 2030

Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptopsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

A fast-food chain announced it will reduce sugar in children’s meals by 50%Researchers found that gardening can reduce symptoms of depression by 35%The mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain offered discounts to travelers who book stays during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that pet ownership can reduce loneliness in seniors by 40%

The government announced grants for companies developing renewable energy technologies

A wildfire in a national park was fully contained after 12 days of firefightingTV show wins best drama award at industry ceremony

Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adultsPlant store offers tips for keeping indoor plants healthy

Park officials close trails to protect endangered species habitatNewsletter provides advice on preparing for winter storms

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• ·Weather conditions increased the risk of wildfires in the western part of the country
• ·Health experts released new guidelines recommending adults get at least seven hours of sleep nightly for optimal health
• ·A luxury hotel chain replaced all single-use plastic items in its rooms with eco-friendly alternatives
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that is effective against multiple strains of a common virus
• ·The country’s unemployment rate rose slightly due to seasonal job changes
• ·A cyclist set a new national record for the 100-kilometer race
• ·A museum hosted a workshop on pottery making for adults and children
• ·A library’s graphic novel section became the most borrowed collection for teens
• ·Research shows that regular social gatherings reduce loneliness in empty nesters
• ·A national park closed some trails temporarily for maintenance
• ·Researchers found that regular consumption of green tea may reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 20%, according to a 10-year study.
• ·A community held a festival to celebrate cultural diversity with food music and dance from different countries
• ·An airline announced it would use more efficient engines to reduce fuel consumption and emissions
• ·A software company announced it will allow employees to work from any location worldwide
• ·A tech company donated computers to a local elementary school for its computer lab
• ·A new art gallery opened in the downtown area featuring contemporary art