Local residents protested a proposed construction project they say will destroy a protected forest

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers studying cell agingA community center offered free language classes for refugee families

A discount store announced it will expand its organic food section by 50% in all locationsResearchers found that chronic stress can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 35%The prime minister attended a summit on global food security in Rome

A fire at a warehouse destroyed inventory for five local small businessesA streaming service added a collection of documentaries about wildlife conservation

Police used drone technology to locate a missing child in a national park

The weather service warned of extreme cold temperatures for northern states with wind chills below zeroScientists developed a faster test for COVID-19 that delivers results in 10 minutes

Local schools started using reusable water bottles to reduce plastic wasteThe national soccer league announced it will expand to include three new teams

A tech company released software that helps small businesses manage social media accountsThe government provided grants to farmers who grow crops for local food banks

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• ·A study found that storytelling can improve empathy in young children
• ·A singer’s new album debuted at number one on global music charts for two weeks
• ·Study links lack of green spaces to increased stress levels in urban areas
• ·Astronomers discover new planet in habitable zone of nearby star
• ·A city launched a bike-sharing program with 500 bikes and 50 docking stations
• ·The national basketball team hired a new coach with international experience
• ·A university offered online courses in business and marketing for working professionals
• ·Researchers found that playing puzzle games can improve memory in older adults
• ·A pet store started offering grooming services for dogs and cats
• ·The city council voted to extend public transit service to 24 hours on weekends
• ·A team of archaeologists uncovered ancient pottery shards dating back 3000 years
• ·Biologists discover new method to protect bees from harmful pesticides
• ·Book club discusses award winning novel about environmental issues
• ·A startup created a new smart thermostat that learns user habits to save energy
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·The national ballet company performed a new production of “Swan Lake” to sold-out crowds