Researchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in teenagers

A city installed more streetlights in residential areas to improve safety at nightAn airline announced it would add more in-flight entertainment options for passengers

Scientists found that a certain type of bacteria can help plants grow better in poor soil conditionsThe government launched a campaign to promote recycling among businesses and schoolsA museum hosted a lecture by a famous historian about ancient civilizations

A local café partnered with a local charity to donate a meal to a homeless person for every coffee soldEngineers completed a new water treatment plant to provide clean drinking water to more residents

The postal service announced it would expand its package delivery services to rural areas

A celebrity chef appeared on a popular TV show to demonstrate easy recipes for home cooksResearchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness

The city banned single-use plastic utensils in all restaurants and food service establishmentsAn oil company announced it will build a new carbon capture facility at its refinery

A small plane crashed in a field near an airport with the pilot and passengers rescued safelyA study showed that eating more vegetables can reduce the risk of developing certain cancers

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• ·The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this year
• ·A farm started a petting zoo with goats, sheep, and chickens, welcoming school groups and families
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·Doctors urged people to wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher even on cloudy days
• ·A community garden hosted a pumpkin carving contest during Halloween
• ·Research finds that playing guitar improves fine motor skills in kids
• ·A city started a composting program for residents that turns food waste into garden fertilizer
• ·A study found fiction reading improves empathy and emotional intelligence in all ages
• ·A local newspaper expanded its coverage to include more neighborhood news
• ·Scientists developed a lightweight material that is stronger than steel and used in car manufacturing
• ·A community garden donated 75 pounds of green beans to a local soup kitchen
• ·Video game studio announces release date for highly anticipated action game
• ·Scientists identified a new species of plant with potential medicinal properties
• ·A hospital opened a new rehabilitation center for patients recovering from strokes and injuries
• ·A study found that a plant-based diet can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 36% compared to a meat-heavy diet
• ·A clothing store launched an online website, allowing customers to shop from anywhere in the country