Astronomers observed a rare celestial event, as a comet passed close to Earth for the first time in 200 years.

The police department launched a new program to combat cyberbullying among teenagersScientists cloned a rare species of coral to help restore damaged coral reefs

Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday seasonThe university announced a new research partnership with a leading tech company to study AI ethicsA powerful tornado destroyed dozens of homes in a small town in the midwest

Researchers detected a new planet in the same solar system as a potentially habitable worldThe city introduced a new program to give rebates to residents who install solar panels

A well-known actress announced she will produce and star in a new TV series about women's history

Doctors advised people with respiratory conditions to stay indoors during a recent air quality alertDoctors created a new surgical procedure that shortens recovery time for knee replacements

The local museum hosted a “science day” with hands-on experiments for kids and familiesA new study showed that meeting friends regularly reduces stress and improves mental health

The national park service announced plans to repair hiking trails damaged by last year’s stormsA major snack company recalled a batch of chips due to possible salmonella contamination

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• ·A construction project to renovate an old movie theater into a performing arts center began
• ·Local artists painted murals on the walls of old buildings to beautify the city
• ·A airline added a new direct flight route between two mid sized cities
• ·A restaurant started offering happy hour specials on appetizers and drinks
• ·A study showed that online courses can help working adults earn college degrees faster
• ·A tech company allowed its employees to work from home three days a week which improved employee satisfaction
• ·Study reveals that family game nights improve communication between children and parents
• ·A restaurant started using locally sourced meat and produce to support nearby farmers
• ·A musician’s new single became the number one song on global music charts
• ·Local authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities
• ·Farmers collaborated with local restaurants to supply fresh ingredients
• ·Power company offers free energy audits to residential customers
• ·The local fire department held a training session for residents on how to use fire extinguishers
• ·Engineers built a new bridge that can withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8.0
• ·Scientists found that listening to nature sounds while working improves productivity
• ·Researchers developed a new battery that is smaller lighter and more powerful than current ones