A scientist developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy

A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoodsResearchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novelDoctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season

The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rinkThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

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’t

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• ·A university football team won their conference championship for the first time in 18 years
• ·A charity raised funds to provide scholarships for low-income students
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing event for newly released mystery novel
• ·Local authorities launched a polluted river cleanup with volunteers collecting 5 tons of trash
• ·A city added 10 miles of new bike lanes to connect residential neighborhoods to downtown businesses
• ·A gym started a program for people with disabilities to help them stay active
• ·Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital
• ·A sports team hired a new assistant coach with expertise in strength training
• ·Researchers developed a new vaccine that protects against multiple strains of the flu
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers stress levels
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·A photographer’s photos of a local sunset went viral on Instagram, gaining 100k likes
• ·A popular online retailer expanded its product range to include more green products
• ·Research indicates that spending time with friends improves overall well being
• ·Researchers found that drinking herbal tea can help with digestion
• ·Electronics manufacturer reduces prices of laptop models ahead of holiday season