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

Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new yearThe university announced a new fellowship program for students researching renewable energy

A strong hailstorm caused damage to cars and roofs in several suburban neighborhoodsResearchers detected methane gas on a distant planet, suggesting possible biological activityThe city introduced a new program to give tax breaks to residents who use public transportation

A well-known director announced plans to film a new movie based on a best-selling novelDoctors advised people with allergies to avoid certain types of pollen during the spring season

The government invested millions of dollars in upgrading the country’s internet infrastructure

A new shopping mall opened with a rooftop amusement park and indoor ice skating rinkThe police department launched a neighborhood watch program to reduce petty crime

A social media platform added a tool that lets users schedule posts for later publicationAn energy company announced it would close two coal-fired power plants and switch to wind energy

A drought in the west led to restrictions on water use for agricultural and residential purposesA study found that children who play outside daily have better eyesight than those who don’t

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• ·A leading streaming service released a docuseries about endangered species conservation
• ·Wildlife sanctuary releases rehabilitated birds of prey
• ·A university offered online courses for working adults
• ·A famous painter’s latest collection sold out within hours of going on display at a gallery
• ·A major food company recalled a batch of canned soup due to a possible contamination issue
• ·A severe heatwave swept across the southern region prompting health officials to open cooling centers for vulnerable residents
• ·A bookstore chain expanded its online platform to offer audiobooks and e-books for free to members
• ·City officials revealed plans to build a new downtown park with walking trails and a community garden
• ·A tech company announced it will hire 1800 new employees for its cybersecurity division
• ·The city council approved plans to build a new public library in the western neighborhood
• ·A new study found that 40% of young adults struggle with anxiety due to work and financial pressures
• ·A team of doctors developed a new treatment for a rare genetic disorder in children
• ·The country’s exports increased by 15 percent in the last year
• ·Chemists develop new sunscreen formula that is reef safe and water resistant for 8 hours
• ·A tech company announced a partnership with a car manufacturer to develop self - driving cars
• ·A bakery started making custom wedding cakes with hand-piped designs that gained social media attention