A school started an environmental club that organizes recycling drives and tree plantings

A new study revealed that drinking green tea may have health benefits for the immune systemThe government announced plans to increase funding for scientific research and innovation

A major sports league announced changes to its rules to improve player safetyResearchers developed a new method to produce clean drinking water from saltwaterThe local school district announced that all schools will have free breakfast programs

Scientists found evidence that climate change is affecting the migration patterns of birdsThe city council voted to ban single use plastic bags in all retail stores

A popular streaming service added thousands of new movies and TV shows to its library

Researchers discovered that exercise can help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetesThe government provided grants to businesses that develop biodegradable packaging

A tech company released a software update that adds new security featuresWeather conditions forced the closure of several ski resorts due to high winds

A team of historians published a new book about the country’s civil rights movementThe stock market recovered after a short downturn caused by political tensions

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• ·Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months
• ·Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A famous novelist announced a new book based on real-life historical events
• ·Scientists discovered a new way to generate electricity from waste
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·A severe storm struck the eastern coast causing widespread power outages and forcing coastal community evacuations
• ·Researchers found that yoga can improve flexibility and reduce joint pain in arthritis patients
• ·Bakery gains popularity for unique sourdough bread made with local grains
• ·A car accident on a major highway caused a 10-mile traffic jam during morning rush hour; no serious injuries were reported.
• ·Marine biologists launch project to restore damaged coral reefs in tropical oceans
• ·Local schools organized a fundraiser to support their school’s band program
• ·Local police arrested three suspects in connection with a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city’s suburbs.
• ·A coffee chain announced it will offer free refills for customers with reusable mugs
• ·A large utility company invested $2.7 billion in wind farm projects in the northern states
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with edible flowers and intricate designs