Scientists developed a new method to convert plastic waste into fuel

A famous actor announced they will star in a biographical film about a civil rights iconA study revealed that excessive screen time can reduce attention spans in children by 25%

The government launched a program to provide free internet access to low-income householdsMudslides in mountainous areas blocked three major highways stranding thousands of motoristsA startup developed a new device that monitors air quality and sends alerts to users’ phones

Local restaurants reported a 38% increase in customers during the summer tourist seasonThe World Bank approved a $1.2 billion loan to help a developing country build clean water systems

A tennis player won their 24th Grand Slam title breaking a decades-old record

A new art museum opened in the city center featuring works by contemporary artists from around the worldThe military sent troops to assist in disaster relief after a hurricane hit the east coast

A snowstorm in the northern states canceled over 600 flights and closed government officesA tech company announced it will open a new headquarters creating 2500 new jobs

Local authorities launched a recycling program for electronic waste like old phones and laptopsThe Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to researchers studying income inequality

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• ·A new study indicated that owning a cat can reduce the risk of stroke in older adults
• ·Local farmers reported a bumper harvest this year thanks to favorable weather and modern agricultural techniques
• ·A retail store announced it would donate a portion of holiday sales to a children’s charity
• ·Researchers found that taking short walks every hour can reduce back pain by 32% in office workers
• ·A vineyard started offering wine tasting tours with a focus on sustainable farming practices
• ·A university opened a new science lab with state-of-the-art micro
• ·Local schools organized a sports day for students and parents
• ·A library started offering free Wi-Fi to visitors who don’t have internet access at home
• ·A hurricane caused flooding and wind damage to homes and businesses in coastal cities
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to first responders during the holiday season
• ·A major sports league announced changes to its rules to improve player safety and reduce the risk of injuries.
• ·A study found that reading printed books is better for comprehension than e-books
• ·Research finds that regular family game nights reduce screen time for kids by 40 percent
• ·The prime minister attended an international conference on climate change and carbon reduction
• ·The military deployed troops to help clear roads blocked by snow in mountainous regions
• ·A study showed that playing classical music for plants helps them grow 15% faster than usual