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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• ·Ice cream shop makes small batch ice cream with flavors like lavender honey
• ·Researchers created a new device that can detect early signs of kidney disease using urine samples
• ·A charity organization provided free school supplies to low income children
• ·Local artists organized a community art project to decorate abandoned buildings
• ·The space agency announced plans to send a probe to study Saturn’s rings
• ·A research study revealed that listening to music while studying improves retention for some students
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local parade that were featured on the city’s official website
• ·Engineers test new technology to clean up oil spills more efficiently
• ·A new report showed that renewable energy jobs have increased by 29% over the past two years
• ·A hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmed
• ·A school started a theater program that put on a production of a classic play
• ·A tech firm announced a partnership with a school district to provide coding workshops
• ·Researchers found that yoga can improve flexibility by 40% in arthritis patients
• ·A study showed that online learning can be just as effective as in-person classes for some subjects
• ·Research finds that drinking green tea improves focus and concentration
• ·Researchers found that stress can weaken the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness