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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• ·The postal service introduced a new package pickup service for customers at workplaces
• ·Automotive company reveals plans to build electric vehicle charging stations across the country
• ·A study revealed that spending too much time on social media can reduce face-to-face social skills
• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic
• ·A pet shelter organized a fundraiser that raised $15,000 to cover medical costs for animals
• ·Scientists developed a new test that can detect early signs of a common type of cancer
• ·Coffee shop roasts beans in small batches
• ·The city introduced a new program to give rebates to residents who install solar panels
• ·A tech company said it will release a new smartphone with a foldable screen set to hit stores next quarter
• ·The stock market received a boost from news of a new trade agreement between two countries
• ·A new survey found that 85% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary
• ·A city added more public Wi Fi hotspots in parks and community centers
• ·Weather conditions improved allowing a canceled sports event to be rescheduled
• ·A national park offered guided nature hikes led by volunteer naturalists
• ·A farmers market started accepting mobile payments to make transactions easier for vendors
• ·Engineers completed a new water treatment plant that provides clean water to 100000 people