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

A bookstore chain started a program to give free books to children in homeless sheltersWeather experts reported that this year’s autumn has been the driest in 30 years

A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community centerResearchers discovered that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety in young adultsThe city’s public transport system added more express buses to reduce commute times

A major airline launched new routes to European capitals for business travelersA local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center

The stock market dropped 0.7% after news of a slowdown in the global economy

A charity raised $750000 to build wells and sanitation systems in rural AfricaThe local zoo planned to build a new habitat for endangered animals

A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performanceThe city hosted an international sports event attracting athletes from many countries

Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support lifeThe government invested in the development of wind and solar energy projects

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• ·The space agency announced plans to send a rover to explore a distant asteroid
• ·The university announced a new research center focused on finding solutions to plastic pollution
• ·A community garden donated 100 pounds of green beans to a local food bank
• ·Movie theater announces plans to show classic films during weekday matinees
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults
• ·A community center offered free language classes for refugee families
• ·A multi-car accident on a highway caused a 14-mile traffic jam during the morning commute
• ·Florist creates special flower arrangements for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations
• ·A sports league changed its overtime rules to reduce the risk of player injuries
• ·A new video game streaming service launched with a library of over 600 classic titles
• ·A school district introduced a new lunch program offering more plant-based meal options
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 30% of the country’s total energy production
• ·Research finds that learning to play an instrument improves hand eye coordination
• ·A new study revealed that air pollution can affect cognitive function in older adults
• ·The community organized a beach cleanup that collected 5 tons of trash and plastic
• ·A city organized a parade to celebrate its 200th anniversary