The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·A severe earthquake struck a coastal town causing significant damage to buildings and leading to several injuries
• ·A taxi company launched a mobile app that allows customers to book rides and track their driver in real time
• ·The WHO launched a campaign to eliminate malaria in five remaining countries
• ·Study shows that adding ginger to meals helps with digestion issues
• ·Scientists discovered a new species of insect that helps pollinate rare plants
• ·A local school won a national award for its innovative environmental education program
• ·Local authorities announced plans to build a new hospital in a rural area addressing the shortage of medical facilities
• ·A research study showed that students who get enough sleep perform better on tests
• ·A group of environmental activists organized a protest to demand stricter regulations on plastic waste disposal
• ·Archaeologists unearth ancient pottery fragments at site near historic village
• ·A research team discovered a new species of animal in a remote rainforest, which is believed to be endangered due to deforestation.
• ·A global tech giant said it will invest $2.8 billion in renewable energy projects to cut its carbon footprint by 48% by 2030
• ·The local theater company announced its upcoming season featuring classic and modern plays
• ·Chocolate shop releases limited edition truffles for holiday season
• ·An airline announced it would use more biofuel to power its planes and reduce carbon emissions
• ·A study revealed that social media use before bed can delay sleep by an average of 75 minutes