Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves 14000 kilowatt-hours of energy

Scientists develop new method to recycle plastic waste into building materialsPublic library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones

Football team names former player as head coach for upcoming seasonWeather agency predicts above average rainfall for summer months in coastal regionsUniversity offers new degree program in renewable energy engineering

Retail store expands online shopping options with same day delivery serviceStudy indicates that playing team sports improves social skills in young children

Fire department donates old equipment to volunteer groups in rural areas

Music label signs rising star after viral performance on social mediaA fast-food chain announced it will reduce the amount of sugar in its children’s meals

Researchers found that gardening can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of depressionThe mayor announced a plan to add more benches and public restrooms in city parks

A hotel chain started offering discounts to travelers who choose to stay during off-peak seasonsA study revealed that owning a pet can help reduce feelings of social isolation in seniors

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• ·Astronomers find evidence of water on distant planet outside solar system
• ·A supermarket chain started selling pre-packaged meal kits for two people at $10 each
• ·A scientist published a research paper on a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
• ·A new report showed renewable energy now accounts for 34% of the country’s total energy production
• ·The government invested $220 million in building new solar power plants in desert regions
• ·Middle school organizes field trip to science museum for students
• ·A university professor published a research paper on climate change that was featured in a top scientific journal
• ·A local fire department held a fire safety workshop teaching residents prevention and response
• ·A charity organized a walkathon to raise money for medical research
• ·The government started a program to help people quit smoking
• ·A charity organization started a campaign to raise awareness about mental health
• ·Weather forecasters predicted heavy snowfall for northern regions next week
• ·A thunderstorm with strong winds knocked down trees and damaged power lines in the city
• ·A famous athlete announced a charity foundation to support youth sports programs in low-income areas
• ·A city launched a public art project where local artists painted murals on buildings
• ·A city hosted a literary festival with readings and workshops from award-winning authors