A team of researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months.

A bookstore chain started a program to give free books to children in homeless sheltersWeather experts reported that this year’s autumn has been the driest in 30 years

A team of veterinarians provided free dental care for pets at a local community centerResearchers discovered that drinking chamomile tea reduces anxiety in young adultsThe city’s public transport system added more express buses to reduce commute times

A major airline launched new routes to European capitals for business travelersA local artist painted a mural of local wildlife on the side of a community center

The stock market dropped 0.7% after news of a slowdown in the global economy

A charity raised $750000 to build wells and sanitation systems in rural AfricaThe local zoo planned to build a new habitat for endangered animals

A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performanceThe city hosted an international sports event attracting athletes from many countries

Scientists found a new planet that may have the conditions to support lifeThe government invested in the development of wind and solar energy projects

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• ·A study showed that spending 20 minutes outside daily can reduce symptoms of anxiety
• ·A professional basketball player signed a four-year contract worth $180 million with a new team
• ·A new art exhibition featured works by emerging artists from around the world
• ·A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel magazine
• ·A scientist published a research paper about a new way to treat Alzheimer’s disease in a top medical journal
• ·Train company reduces ticket prices for students and senior citizens
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers
• ·The national opera company performed a new production that received rave reviews from critics
• ·A local farm started selling pumpkins and gourds during the fall for Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations
• ·Animal shelter holds adoption event to find homes for 75 dogs and cats
• ·A coffee shop partnered with a local charity to donate $1 from each drink sold on weekends
• ·A medical journal study found regular green tea consumption improves skin health by reducing inflammation
• ·The government launched a campaign to promote tourism in small towns with historical sites
• ·The city’s public transport system added more wheelchair-accessible trains to all major routes
• ·Engineers completed construction of a new tunnel under the river to reduce traffic
• ·Archaeologists uncovered a stone altar in a jungle region dating back 3000 years