Local boutiques reported a surge in sales of handmade products during the holiday season

Doctors discovered a new blood test that can detect early signs of liver diseaseThe local zoo announced plans to build a new habitat for its group of endangered pandas

A new study showed that listening to upbeat music while working out increases enduranceThe city hosted an international soccer tournament with teams from 12 different countriesScientists found a new planet that could support life due to its distance from its star

The government invested $500 million in wind energy projects across the western statesA tech company donated $1 million to support science and math programs in public schools

Researchers found that eating a handful of nuts daily reduces the risk of heart attacks

The police department started a campaign to teach people how to protect themselves from scamsA tech startup launched an app that connects people with volunteer opportunities

Researchers found that spending time in forests lowers stress levelsA famous singer performed a concert to raise money for a children’s hospital

The city’s public library added more e-books for users to borrow onlineLocal businesses joined a campaign to reduce their carbon footprint

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• ·The school district installed high-speed internet in all schools to support online learning
• ·School district provides free laptops to students from low income households
• ·Scientists developed a process to turn agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging
• ·A global summit on public health concluded with a plan to improve access to vaccines in developing countries
• ·The government launched a new initiative to promote digital literacy among elderly citizens offering free online courses
• ·A new airport terminal is under construction to handle more passengers
• ·A team of researchers developed a new type of biodegradable plastic that breaks down in soil within six months.
• ·A smartphone company released a new model with a foldable screen and improved camera
• ·Scientists discovered a new deep-ocean marine species using a remotely operated underwater vehicle
• ·A major bank launched a new mobile banking app with advanced security features to protect users’ financial data
• ·Survey reveals most travelers prefer staying in boutique hotels over chain hotels
• ·A software company provided free technical support
• ·A major airline launched new direct flights to Asian cities to boost tourism
• ·A national park banned single use plastics to protect the environment
• ·A restaurant was featured on a national food show for its unique take on traditional regional dishes
• ·A major music festival was canceled due to safety concerns after a severe weather warning was issued