The country’s renewable energy capacity increased by 20 percent

Engineers tested a new type of biodegradable building material for low-cost housingResearchers published a study linking regular fruit consumption to better skin health

City officials approved funding for a new public transit line connecting suburban areasA best-selling author announced a new book focusing on environmental activismFarmers reported higher demand for heirloom vegetables at local farmers’ markets

The stock market rose 2 percent following positive reports on consumer spendingA new animal shelter opened to provide care for stray cats and dogs in the city

Doctors warned about increased cases of seasonal allergies due to earlier pollen seasons

An international charity sent medical teams to support rural hospitals in developing countriesScientists invented a new type of battery that can store energy for longer periods of time

The school district announced it will hire more counselors to support students’ mental healthA new study showed that excessive use of smartphones can cause eye strain and headaches

Local artists painted colorful murals on the walls of a community center to brighten the spaceThe government offered grants to businesses that develop new technologies for clean energy

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• ·Chemists develop biodegradable packaging that breaks down in soil within six months
• ·A musician released a new single that became a top hit on streaming platforms within days of release
• ·Bird watchers spot rare migratory bird in local wetland preserve
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet
• ·The university announced a new scholarship program for students studying environmental science
• ·A tech company said it will adopt a 4-day workweek for all employees starting next quarter
• ·A famous actor announced they will star in a biographical film about a civil rights icon
• ·An airline partnered with a hotel chain to offer discounted travel packages for couples
• ·A restaurant started offering chef’s table experiences where customers dine in the kitchen
• ·The city hosted an art fair with works by local artists
• ·Education ministers from across the region agreed to adopt a unified curriculum for primary and secondary schools
• ·The local zoo welcomed a new baby gorilla born as part of its conservation program
• ·A fitness app added a feature that tracks users’ workout progress
• ·The city council approved a $120 million project to build a new public library and community center
• ·Local restaurants started offering family-style meals for takeout to support large households
• ·A research study found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of certain types of cancer.