Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic made from corn starch

City officials approved a $400 million project to upgrade public transport including new subway stations and bus routesA study published in a top medical journal found daily exercise can boost mental health by reducing anxiety and depression symptoms

A famous actor said they will star in a new movie based on a best-selling novel scheduled to start filming next monthThe national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying game against a rival teamFirefighters contained a large wildfire in the western region after six days of hard work

A new study showed that social media use among teenagers has fallen by 10% in the past year with more time spent on outdoor activitiesA multinational corporation announced it will move its headquarters to a smaller city to cut costs and support local economies

Health experts released new guidelines suggesting adults get at least seven hours of sleep each night for good health

A local community center opened its doors to homeless people offering shelter food and job training programsA tech company announced plans to expand its business to other countries

A national park started a program to protect endangered birdsA bakery used sustainable packaging for its products

A construction project to renovate an old theater beganA research study found that eating nuts can reduce the risk of certain diseases

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• ·A team of scientists published a study on how climate change is affecting polar bear habitats
• ·Local residents protested against the construction of a new factory
• ·A cyclone in the Pacific caused widespread damage to coastal villages
• ·A study revealed that dog owners have lower stress levels than non-dog owners
• ·The railway service announced discounted fares for senior citizens and people with disabilities
• ·A hospital successfully performed a kidney transplant between two siblings using new matching technology
• ·A restaurant added a vegan menu with 15 new dishes
• ·Postal service adds extra delivery days for holidays
• ·Weather experts reported that this year’s winter will be milder than usual
• ·The government passed a law to protect consumers from false advertising and scams
• ·Scientists identified a new protein that helps the body fight infections
• ·Research shows that laughter therapy reduces chronic pain in elderly patients
• ·A fast-food chain announced it will remove artificial colors from all menu items
• ·The government allocated funds to build new hospitals in rural areas with limited healthcare
• ·Online platform launches new feature to connect freelance workers with clients
• ·Study finds that listening to nature sounds improves focus during work tasks