Local bookstores reported increased sales of self-help books during the start of the new year

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’tThe government increased funding for after-school programs to support working parents

A museum displayed a rare collection of ancient coins from the Roman EmpireA local bakery started selling sourdough bread made with a 100-year-old starter

Engineers designed a new type of bridge that can expand and contract with temperature changes

The postal service announced it would introduce a new package size option for small itemsA team of scientists completed a study on ocean pollution

Local police solved a series of thefts in the downtown areaA new smartphone app helps users track their carbon footprint

The government announced plans to improve road safety measuresA popular actor starred in a new television series that premiered yesterday

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• ·A new study showed that pet ownership can improve mental health in elderly people
• ·The government launched a program to help small businesses create websites and online stores
• ·The country’s population grew by 1 percent in the last year
• ·A team of marine biologists studied the impact of plastic waste on sea turtle nesting sites
• ·The national postal service announced it will increase delivery speeds, with most packages now arriving within 2 days.
• ·Local schools hosted a science fair where students presented projects on environmental conservation
• ·A tech company announced it will partner with a nonprofit to provide tech training to unemployed individuals
• ·The national soccer team qualified for the World Cup after winning their final qualifying match against a rival team
• ·Local businesses reported a 25% increase in sales during the holiday season compared to the previous year
• ·A famous singer announced a world tour with concerts in 30 countries next year
• ·The city hosted a global summit on renewable energy attended by world leaders
• ·A global trade agreement was signed by 22 countries to reduce tariffs and boost economic cooperation
• ·A fashion brand launched a campaign to promote body positivity
• ·A streaming service added a collection of classic TV shows to its library
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state competition
• ·Community group organizes festival to celebrate local culture and traditions