An oil company announced it will invest in carbon capture technology

The school board decided to update the curriculum to include more practical coursesA popular social media platform added new privacy features to protect user information

The fire department put out a big fire in a commercial building in the city centerScientists discovered that lack of sleep will affect people's work efficiencyThe city hosted an international conference on climate change

A new study indicated that reading paper books is better for memory than reading e-booksLocal farmers' markets attracted more customers who prefer organic food

The government passed a law to protect endangered animals and their habitats

A tech startup launched a new app that helps people manage their daily schedulesRadio station adds new morning show featuring local news and interviews

Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six monthsSwimming team sets three new state records at annual championship meet

Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parentsFlorist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations

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• ·University researchers develop biodegradable alternative to single use plastics
• ·The school district announced a new program to teach students about financial literacy
• ·Tech startup unveils portable solar charger that works in low-light conditions
• ·A bookstore started a program to donate books to prisons and detention centers
• ·Environmental groups organized a clean-up event along a major river collecting 5 tons of waste
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of deep-sea fish that glows in the dark
• ·A library started offering digital literacy classes for adults learning to use computers
• ·A new coffee shop chain expanded to other countries in the region
• ·A library started a book club for teens that focused on young adult fiction
• ·A restaurant started offering take-and-bake meals for customers to cook at home
• ·Local authorities announced a ban on single-use plastic bags in all retail stores starting next month
• ·Research shows that walking barefoot on grass reduces stress levels
• ·A city added 50 new public benches in downtown parks and along busy sidewalks
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of insect in the Amazon rainforest
• ·A famous actor signed on to star in a new TV series based on a best-selling novel
• ·A bookstore hosted a book fair featuring local authors