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 bookstore chain announced it would host monthly author readings for local writers
• ·A famous musician released a new album, which broke streaming records within the first 24 hours of its release.
• ·A tech startup developed a portable device that tests water purity in minutes
• ·Local police seized over $1.5 million worth of illegal drugs during a raid on a suspected drug trafficking ring
• ·Study finds that listening to music while working increases productivity
• ·A charity organized a benefit concert featuring local musicians, raising $50,000 for a children’s hospital
• ·Scientists identified a new gene that affects how people respond to certain medications
• ·A museum hosted an exhibit of ancient Greek artifacts on loan from a museum in Athens
• ·A social media platform added a feature to help users filter out harmful content
• ·Community organizes river cleanup event that removes 2 tons of trash
• ·Local firefighters rescued four people from a burning building early this morning with no serious injuries reported
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in basements of homes in the suburbs
• ·Bookstore hosts author signing for newly released mystery novel
• ·The stock market increased by 3 percent after a major tech merger was announced
• ·A pharmaceutical firm reported positive results from trials of a new drug for treating Parkinson’s disease
• ·Researchers found that gardening is a good way to reduce anxiety