Researchers found that regular consumption of blueberries may lower the risk of heart disease by 22%

Scientists discovered a new way to convert waste into energyA major bookstore chain announced plans to open more locations in small towns

The national rugby team won the regional championship for the third timeA new fashion show featured designs made from recycled materialsThe city council approved the construction of a new hospital

A charity organization provided free medical check - ups to elderly residentsThe university hosted an international conference on global health issues

A new video game was released and quickly became a top seller

The local government invested in improving public parks and green spacesThe government announced plans to upgrade rural internet infrastructure to match urban speeds

A major cosmetics brand said it will stop animal testing on all its products worldwideA team of explorers discovered a hidden cave system with ancient

Archaeologists uncovered ancient pottery fragments in a rural village in central EuropeMajor grocery chains announced plans to cut plastic packaging by 30 percent next year

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• ·A library started offering book rentals by mail for patrons who can’t visit in person
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on friendships among college students
• ·A software company offered free online training courses to help small business owners learn to use its products
• ·A museum offered free admission to students and teachers during the school year
• ·Dance company performs original show about cultural heritage at national theater
• ·A fire department conducted a high-rise rescue drill to practice emergency responses in tall buildings
• ·Research finds that playing a musical instrument improves hand eye coordination in kids
• ·A tech company announced it will lay off 1,000 employees as part of a restructuring plan to focus on core products.
• ·The government announced a ban on the sale of single-use plastic straws and utensils starting next year
• ·Researchers found that walking in nature can boost the immune system by increasing white blood cells
• ·A social media platform added tools to help users manage their screen time
• ·A construction company used recycled steel to build a new office building
• ·Public library starts new program to teach seniors how to use smartphones
• ·Candle company donates 10 percent of sales to environmental groups
• ·A library added new audio books and e-books to its collection for users to borrow online
• ·Archaeologists find ancient coins that date back to Roman Empire