An energy company announced it will close all coal-fired power plants by 2028

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.5The postal service announced it would extend delivery hours during the holiday season

A celebrity chef opened a new restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine in the downtown areaResearchers calculated that using a reusable coffee cup saves over 200 disposable cups per yearA city implemented a new recycling program that accepts plastic film and packaging

A cyclone in the Indian Ocean caused widespread damage to fishing villages and coastal townsA tech company partnered with a university to develop AI tools for personalized learning

The government launched a campaign to encourage people to get vaccinated against the flu

A bookstore chain announced it would host monthly book swap events for community membersA team of archaeologists found ancient artifacts dating back 5000 years

The country’s export of agricultural products set a new record this yearA charity organization provided disaster relief to communities affected by earthquakes

Scientists developed a new vaccine for a disease that affects livestockThe city council approved plans to create a new nature reserve on the outskirts

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• ·A bakery won a gold medal at an international baking competition for its sourdough bread
• ·A construction project to build a new bridge over a river began
• ·A survey revealed that 70% of people plan to take a vacation within the next six months
• ·Engineers create water filter that removes bacteria and contaminants
• ·A study found pet time lowers adult stress hormones and improves mood
• ·Travel magazine features article on top budget travel destinations for next year
• ·A new app launched to help users find and book eco-friendly hotels and travel
• ·The transportation department announced it would add more wheelchair-accessible buses to its fleet
• ·Engineers designed a new type of window that keeps homes warm in winter and cool in summer
• ·A local theater company staged a production of a classic play with a modern adaptation
• ·A city started a program to plant native flowers in public spaces to support pollinators
• ·Researchers found that spending time in forests can improve respiratory health and reduce allergies
• ·Clothing brand releases limited edition line made from recycled fishing nets
• ·An environmental organization reported that the number of endangered sea turtles has increased by 31% over the past decade
• ·The public transit system offered free passes to students during back-to-school week
• ·The space agency announced plans to study the surface of Mars for signs of past life