A restaurant added a kids’ menu with healthy options like fruit cups and veggie sticks

Research finds that gardening reduces stress in working adultsPlant store offers tips for keeping indoor plants healthy

Park officials close trails to protect endangered species habitatNewsletter provides advice on preparing for winter stormsScientists collaborate with global teams to study climate change

The government announced a new $510 million funding package to support small businesses affected by recent economic shifts

Scientists at a top university discovered a potential breakthrough in treating Alzheimer’s disease using new drug compounds

A major airline revealed plans to add 23 new international routes next year to meet rising travel demandA study showed that spending time with friends can improve mental health and reduce stress

A small business owner expanded their online store to include international shippingA city installed new street signs to make downtown easier to navigate

A scientist discovered a new way to clean up oil spills using natural bacteriaA pet rescue organization started a "pet food bank" to help low-income pet owners feed their animals

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• ·Researchers announced a breakthrough in battery technology with a new design that can charge electric cars in 12 minutes
• ·Researchers calculated that recycling one ton of aluminum saves 14000 kilowatt-hours of energy
• ·The transportation ministry added more pedestrian crosswalks in busy downtown areas
• ·Motorcycle dealership hosts charity ride to support animal rescue groups
• ·The city started a program to help homeless people find jobs and housing
• ·A school district hired a new art teacher to expand the visual arts program
• ·University unveils new research center for renewable energy
• ·A bookstore offered 20% off all books during a holiday sale, attracting record numbers of customers
• ·A city council discussed plans to add more public transit routes to suburban areas
• ·A photographer collaborated with a local business to create promotional photos
• ·A community garden received a grant to build a new greenhouse that extends its growing season
• ·A tech company released a new software update to fix security issues
• ·The national unemployment rate fell to 3.5% the lowest level in five years due to growth in the service sector
• ·A fashion brand launched a new line of activewear designed for plus-size women
• ·A new video game was released and quickly became a top seller
• ·The government launched a program to encourage renewable energy use