Researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within four months

A major airline offered discounts on flights for passengers who book in advanceScientists developed a new type of fertilizer that is environmentally friendly

The school district launched a program to support students with learning difficultiesResearchers found that reading to young children helps develop their language skillsThe government passed a law to increase the minimum wage for workers

A popular fashion brand collaborated with a celebrity to launch a new collectionDoctors discovered a new way to diagnose a disease at an early stage

The local zoo planned to build a new habitat for endangered animals

A new study indicated that listening to music while exercising improves performanceA hurricane brought 100 mph winds to coastal areas damaging piers and boardwalks

The WHO released guidelines for schools to prevent the spread of respiratory illnessesA soccer team signed a 17-year-old player from its youth academy to a professional contract

A new light rail system opened connecting the airport to downtown in 20 minutesMarine biologists found that seagrass beds are disappearing at a rate of 7% per year

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• ·A university offered scholarships to students studying environmental science
• ·Biologists track movement of polar bears using satellite technology
• ·The World Bank provided funding to improve sanitation systems in rural villages
• ·A local community center opened its doors to homeless individuals offering shelter food and job training
• ·A scientist developed a biodegradable packaging material for food products
• ·The national tennis tournament set a new attendance record with over 150000 spectators
• ·A major airline announced it would add three new international routes to popular vacation destinations
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play wind instruments
• ·A major retail company announced it will offer free shipping on all online orders regardless of the purchase amount
• ·A new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases endurance
• ·A software company offered a 30-day free trial of its program to attract new customers
• ·The country’s education budget was increased by 10 percent
• ·The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spending
• ·A school started a music program where students learn to play string instruments
• ·A museum displayed a collection of famous paintings on loan from a museum in Europe
• ·A new study indicated that reading printed books improves comprehension better than e-books