Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

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’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·A famous actor said they will star in a new movie based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next month
• ·A famous author released their first novel in five years
• ·A local newspaper launched a digital subscription service, offering exclusive content to paying readers
• ·Archaeologists found evidence of an ancient civilization in a cave system
• ·A hotel started offering eco-friendly stays with reduced water usage and recycling programs for guests
• ·A charity organization sent medical teams to help communities affected by a recent earthquake
• ·City officials approved a plan to plant 5000 new trees in urban parks
• ·Car company unveils electric SUV with range of over 300 miles on single charge
• ·Scientists discovered a new exoplanet potentially capable of supporting life
• ·The WHO released guidelines for workplaces to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses
• ·Research indicates that 8 hours of sleep improves memory retention
• ·The national space agency successfully tested a new rocket fuel that reduces carbon emissions
• ·A farmers market added more vendors selling artisanal products
• ·A local restaurant won a national award for its innovative cuisine
• ·The city’s public transportation system announced it will add more buses during rush hour to reduce overcrowding and wait times.
• ·Bookstore hosts storytime for kids with local children’s author