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

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy

A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoodsResearchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novelDoctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season

The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rinkThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t

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• ·A tech company donated computers to local schools in underserved communities
• ·A car manufacturer unveiled a new hybrid SUV that gets 60 miles per gallon on the highway
• ·The public transit system added 30 new wheelchair-accessible trains to its fleet
• ·Scientists developed a rapid test for a bacterial infection that works without lab equipment
• ·A university awarded scholarships to 25 first-generation college students
• ·Book publisher signs deal with debut author for young adult fantasy trilogy
• ·A study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t
• ·Environmental groups filed a lawsuit to stop a new logging project in a protected forest
• ·A beekeeper reported a 20% increase in honey production this year due to better weather conditions
• ·Furniture store sells eco-friendly sofas made from recycled materials
• ·The government launched a public awareness campaign to encourage citizens to get vaccinated against the flu
• ·A community garden started a tomato growing contest with prizes for the largest and sweetest fruits
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps users manage their finances
• ·Researchers found that reading to young children every day helps develop their vocabulary
• ·Scientists developed a new vaccine to protect livestock from a deadly virus
• ·A new mobile game was released quickly becoming the most downloaded app in over 58 countries