Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star

Chemists develop new biodegradable plastic that breaks down in 6 monthsSwimming team wins national championship for third year in a row

Study reveals that family vacations improve parent-child bondingFlorist creates custom wedding arrangements using seasonal local flowersTeachers receive new software to create interactive digital lessons

Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groupsResearch finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration

Pet store offers grooming services for dogs and cats with sensitive skin

Coast guard intercepts illegal fishing boat in protected marine reserveResearchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students

A famous singer released a new single that topped the charts in 10 countriesThe national rugby team announced it will play an exhibition game to raise money for charity

A local farmers’ market started a subscription service for weekly produce boxesThe government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging

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• ·A large retailer announced its first European store opening next year expanding globally
• ·Scientists test new drug that may slow progression of Parkinson’s disease
• ·A sports league introduced a new rule to limit the number of substitutions during games
• ·Firefighters rescue several cats from burning apartment building
• ·A new study revealed that social media use among teenagers has decreased by 8% in the past year, with more time spent on outdoor activities.
• ·A community organized a neighborhood cleanup that removed 400 bags of trash from local streets
• ·The government launched a program to encourage renewable energy use
• ·A marathon race attracted 20,000 participants from 50 countries with the winner finishing in 2 hours 10 minutes
• ·The government introduced new regulations to protect endangered species from illegal hunting and habitat destruction.
• ·A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersections
• ·A major hotel chain announced it will implement a zero-waste policy in all its hotels reducing landfill waste by 92%
• ·Tennis tournament attracts top ranked players from around the world to local courts
• ·The World Bank approved a $950 million loan to help a developing country build new schools
• ·Local businesses donated goods and services to a charity auction benefiting a children’s hospital
• ·Movie theater shows classic films during weekend matinees for families
• ·A museum hosted a lecture series featuring archaeologists discussing recent discoveries in ancient civilizations